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The Strong National Museum of Play
Interactive museum devoted to play, toys, and children's books. It is Rochester's signature family attraction and home of the National Toy Hall of Fame.
Cheapest price
CHF296
Average price
CHF296
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h
Average duration
1 d 4 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
654 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, MI to Rochester, NY will cost around CHF296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF296.
It's difficult to get from Grand Rapids, MI to Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.


Trains from Grand Rapids, MI to Rochester, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 28h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF178 but you can travel from only CHF91 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 406 miles (654 km) distance in 28h 0m.
Distance 406 miles (654 km) |
Average train duration 28h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF178 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 28h 0m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:29 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
The table below shows live departures for Grand Rapids, MI to Rochester, NY trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 AM Grand Rapids, MI | 28h00 | 10:00 AM Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Interactive museum devoted to play, toys, and children's books. It is Rochester's signature family attraction and home of the National Toy Hall of Fame.
Major photography and film museum founded by George Eastman. Visit the mansion, gardens, and world-class collections in a landmark estate.
University museum with strong old master, American, and modern holdings. A smart stop for high-quality art in a calm academic setting.
Rochester's most iconic park, famous for lilacs, arboretum plantings, and the annual festival. It is beautiful in spring and peaceful year-round.
Scenic riverfront park framing High Falls, one of the city's defining natural views. It is an easy stop for photos and industrial history.
Waterfront park on Lake Ontario with beach access, lighthouse views, and broad sunsets. It is Rochester's classic summer nature outing.
Rochester’s signature late-night plate of home fries, macaroni salad, and meats topped with hot meat sauce, mustard, and onions.
A white hot dog made with uncured pork, beef, and veal. It is a regional specialty usually served on a bun with mustard and onions.
Thin-sliced roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway. Popular in western New York and common in Rochester.
Established fine dining destination serving polished New American cuisine in an elegant, historic setting with strong local acclaim.
Beloved old-school Italian market and sandwich counter known for gigantic subs, pasta salads, and a classic Rochester neighborhood feel.
Long-running Rochester institution for steaks, seafood, and classic American fare in a warm supper-club atmosphere.
More affordable than larger US cities; hotels, dining, and local transit are usually moderate for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and optional small tips at cafes.
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Most Grand Rapids, MI to Rochester, NY trains use the Grand Rapids Station to Rochester Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Grand Rapids, MI and Rochester, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Grand Rapids Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Grand Rapids Station.
Ticket office support is available at Grand Rapids Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Grand Rapids Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grand Rapids Station: Ramps.
Rochester Train Station is 1 km from Rochester city centre. Public transport options include:
Rochester Train Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rochester Train Station.
Ticket office support is available at Rochester Train Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rochester Train Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rochester Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rochester Train Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester Train Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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