The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rochester, NY for Amherst, NY on Tue, May 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 6 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.
63 Maple Leaf2:13 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY3:19 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
281 Empire Service5:28 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY6:34 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
283 Empire Service8:15 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY9:21 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited11:29 PM1h00Rochester station, Rochester, NY12:29 AMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$531One-way0 transfers
49 Lake Shore Limited11:29 PM1h00Rochester station, Rochester, NY12:29 AMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$531One-way0 transfers
449 Lake Shore Limited11:29 PM1h00Rochester station, Rochester, NY12:29 AMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$531One-way0 transfers
49 Lake Shore Limited11:29 PM1h00Rochester station, Rochester, NY12:29 AMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$531One-way0 transfers
63 Maple Leaf2:13 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY3:19 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
281 Empire Service5:28 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY6:34 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
283 Empire Service8:15 PM1h06Rochester station, Rochester, NY9:21 PMDepew Amtrak Station, Depew, NY$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a bus costs an average of $19.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY:
A train is $0.58 (€0.47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY costing on average $22 (€18).
Other travel options to Amherst, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 18m.
Compare prices and tickets Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY
Trains from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 12:40. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 4:28 AM |
Last train 12:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester, NY and Amherst, NY from $19 (€15). 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 Rochester, NY to Amherst, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY to Amherst, 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 Amherst, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester, NY to Amherst, 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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