The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$216
Average price
$216
Fastest journey
10 h 48 m
Average duration
10 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
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 $216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $216.
Of the 1 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Rochester, NY on Fri, Feb 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 27 the direct trains cover the 410 km distance in an average of 10 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 48 m .
On Fri, Feb 27 the slowest trains will take 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $291.
Distance: 254 miles (410 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$144 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest | $432 Average price |
9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
118 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 5:06 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 11h17 | 4:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 2 transfers | |
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 5:28 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h55 | 4:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 6:20 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h03 | 4:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, February 27 | |||||
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf | 2:24 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 16h49 | 7:13 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Philadelphia, PA | 10h48 | 7:13 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $58 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 21:24. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (410 km) distance in 8h 58m.
Distance 254 miles (410 km) |
Average train duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 21:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Rochester, NY from $58 (€46). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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