Question 1

Is it safe to travel by train from New York to Rochester during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains from New York to Rochester are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Question 3

Which train should you take from New York to Rochester?

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2 train services operate from New York, New York to Rochester, New York. Amtrak Empire Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Question 4

What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Rochester?

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In the last month, $66.80 was the average price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Rochester, NY.  You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 26 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $74.73 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 5

Is there a direct train from New York to Rochester?

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Trains leave the station in New York twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Rochester with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rochester to New York. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Rochester for $37.81.

Question 6

How long is the train journey from New York to Rochester?

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The distance between New York and Rochester is approximately 251 miles, or 404 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 48 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 38 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 7

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs New York at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 1:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 8

Where is the train station in Rochester?

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Rochester has one train station:

Question 9

Where is the train station in New York?

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There is one train station in New York:

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

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If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 26 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Rochester from New York will be about $74.73 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 11

Average prices by travel date

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Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from New York to Rochester will vary between  and . Planning a train trip to Rochester within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from New York over the next 7 days is . Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 12

Monthly average prices

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If you are trying to decide when to travel from New York to Rochester by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from New York to Rochester in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 13

Need a return trip from Rochester to New York?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

Lowest price	$66.80
Fastest train	6h 38m
Trains per day	2
Train lines	2

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Empire Service	2	6h 42m	$93.92
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited	1	7h 27m	$83.46

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