The cheapest and fastest trains from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$598
Fastest journey
10 h 48 m
Average duration
12 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
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 $598 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 2 trains that leave 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA for Rochester station, Rochester, NY on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 12 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 13 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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 €97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, and a train costs an average of €136.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€503 Average price | €97 Average price Cheapest | €340 Average price |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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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, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:33 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 13h47 | 6:20 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:35 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h48 | 3:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 6 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€136) but you can travel from only $119 (€97) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 16:35. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€136) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 07:25 |
Last train 16:35 |
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 $119 (€97). 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
