The cheapest and fastest trains from Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$145
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
10 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $145.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cambridge, MA for Rochester, NY on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 10 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 26 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 10 h 26 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 train and bus for Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €99. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €99, and a flight costs an average of €176.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€119 Average price | €176 Average price | €99 Average price Cheapest |
10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration Fastest 8h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:57 PM Cambridge, MA | 10h26 | 11:23 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY
Trains from Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $147 (€119) but you can travel from only $122 (€99) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 10:06. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 10h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $147 (€119) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 10:06 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cambridge, MA and Rochester, NY from $122 (€99). 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 Cambridge, MA to Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cambridge, MA to 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, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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