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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 on Oct 12
€250
Average ticket price on Oct 12
€450
Fastest journey on Oct 12
9 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
10 h 21 m
Trains on Oct 12
4
Distance
410 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY will cost around €450 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €250.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.
1162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
1118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited
1082 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
1088 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
1162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service
1088 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
1082 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
1118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore LimitedTrains from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €68 but you can travel from only €45 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:33, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 8h 2m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €68 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 2m |
First train 12:33 AM |
Last train 9:24 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 7:22 AM Philadelphia, PA | 10h51 | 6:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 AM Philadelphia, PA | 10h48 | 6:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Philadelphia, PA | 10h48 | 7:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 8h58 | 6:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Philadelphia, PA | 8h58 | 7:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:04 PM Philadelphia, PA | 19h09 | 6:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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.

Most Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY trains use the 30th Street Station to Rochester Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Rochester, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
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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