The cheapest and fastest trains from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erie, PA 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 Erie, PA to Rochester, NY will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 1 trains that leave Erie, PA for Rochester, NY on Sun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 232 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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 Erie, PA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €28, and a bus costs an average of €26.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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€42 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Erie, PA to Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Erie, PA to Rochester, NY trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:24 AM Erie, PA | 2h36 | 2:00 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY
Trains from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 07:24 |
Last train 23:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Erie, PA and Rochester, NY from $33 (€26). 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 Erie, PA to Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erie, PA 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Erie, PA to Rochester, NY
- 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
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