The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rochester station, Rochester, NY for Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY on Tue, Nov 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
283 Empire Service
281 Empire Service
63 Maple Leaf
63 Maple Leaf
283 Empire Service
281 Empire ServiceTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
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1h 54m Average total duration 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY trains for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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63 Maple Leaf | 7:13 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h19 | 8:32 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
281 Empire Service | 10:28 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1h27 | 11:55 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
Trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 18:20, the last at 21:41. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 18:20 |
Last train 21:41 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester station, Rochester, NY and Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY from $18 (€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 station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, 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 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, 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
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station

