Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY

Showing times and prices for Jun 18

Cheapest price

$25

Average price

$31

Fastest journey

1 h 8 m

Average duration

1 h 37 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

107 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.

Fast trains

Of the 4 trains that leave Buffalo, NY for Rochester, NY on Wed, Jun 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 18 the direct trains cover the 107 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 8 m .

On Wed, Jun 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 48 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.

Amtrak280 Empire Service
04:18AM1h15
Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
05:33AMRochester station, Rochester, NY
$251One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak64 Maple Leaf
12:15PM1h08
Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
01:23PMRochester station, Rochester, NY
$251One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak284 Empire Service
07:12AM1h15
Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
08:27AMRochester station, Rochester, NY
$251One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak284 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited
07:12AM2h48
Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
10:00AMRochester station, Rochester, NY
$491One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 9m.

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€23

Average price

€17

Average price

Cheapest

1h 39m

Average duration

Fastest

1h 9m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 55m

Average duration

1h 25m

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30m

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Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, June 17
Last updated at 5:22 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
amtrak280 Empire Service8:18 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
1h15
9:33 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY0 transfersDirect
amtrak284 Empire Service11:12 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
1h15
12:27 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY0 transfersDirect
amtrak284 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited11:12 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
2h48
2:00 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY1 transfer
amtrak64 Maple Leaf4:15 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
1h08
5:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY

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Trains from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€22) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€14)
Distance
65 miles (106 km)
Average train duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€22)
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
1h 5m
First train
04:18
Last train
20:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€14)

Train providers: Amtrak and VIA Rail from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY trains

Amtrak and VIA Rail trains will get you to Rochester, NY from Buffalo, NY from $26 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Buffalo, NY and Rochester, NY, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY train information:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 5 min
  • Cheapest Price: $26
  • Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY.
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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY

Buffalo
Rochester
The major train station for departures in Buffalo is Exchange Street Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Exchange Street Station for your trip from Buffalo to Rochester.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
Dining
Dining
  • Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
  • Liberty Hound
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
  • Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
  • The Westin Buffalo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
Public transit options for Exchange Street Station
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
The major train station for arrivals in Rochester is Rochester Train Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochester Train Station for your journey to Rochester from Buffalo.
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Amenities at train station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
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Number of platforms
1
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available at the station.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
Public transit options for Rochester Train Station
  • Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided

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