The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$236
Average price
$339
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 59 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY will cost around $339 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $236.
It's difficult to get from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf5:15 AM9h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:15 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2361One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:25 AM10h5030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:15 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2621One-way1 transfer
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service8:20 AM9h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:28 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3261One-way1 transfer
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service9:23 AM10h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:17 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3261One-way1 transfer
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:20 PM10h0330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:23 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3661One-way1 transfer
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf5:15 AM9h0030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:15 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2361One-way1 transfer
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service8:20 AM9h0830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA5:28 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3261One-way1 transfer
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited1:20 PM10h0330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:23 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3661One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:25 AM10h5030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:15 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2621One-way1 transfer
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service9:23 AM10h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA8:17 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$3261One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $413.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $931 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY costing on average $132 (€108).
A bus is $861 (€705) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY costing on average $931 (€762).
Other travel options to Rochester station, Rochester, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 25m.
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
Tickets start at around $132 (€108) compared to roughly $108 (€88) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.06 (€-19.69). The journey takes 8h 25m versus 5h 11m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 3:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h50 | 2:15 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
150 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 5:15 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h00 | 2:15 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 8:20 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 9h08 | 5:28 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
660 Keystone Service · 283 Empire Service | 9:23 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h54 | 8:17 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
664 Keystone Service · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 11:25 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h58 | 11:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 12:00 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h23 | 11:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 2 transfers | |
154 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 12:18 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h05 | 11:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 1:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h03 | 11:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 8h 58m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and Rochester station, Rochester, NY from $45 (€37). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rochester station, Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
