The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
7 h 43 m
Average duration
7 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rochester, NY for Springfield, MA on Sat, Jun 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 7 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 43 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 7 h 43 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.
3:06 PM7h43Rochester, NY10:49 PMSpringfield, MA$781One-way0 transfers
2:06 PM7h43Rochester, NY9:49 PMSpringfield, MA$1591One-way0 transfers
3:06 PM7h43Rochester, NY10:49 PMSpringfield, MA$781One-way0 transfers
2:06 PM7h43Rochester, NY9:49 PMSpringfield, MA$1591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $242 Average price | $97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA costing on average $152 (€125).
A bus is $157 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA costing on average $242 (€199).
Other travel options to Springfield, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 41m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€125) compared to roughly $97 (€80) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-54.52 (€-44.74). The journey takes 7h 41m versus 4h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:06 PM Rochester, NY | 7h43 | 10:49 PM Springfield, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA
Trains from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 15:26. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 7h 43m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 43m |
First train 4:35 AM |
Last train 3:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester, NY and Springfield, MA from $49 (€40). 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 Springfield, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester, NY to Springfield, MA
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Lyman Street
- Theodore's Blues, Booze, & BBQ
- Red Rose Pizzeria
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- $0.50
- MGM Springfield
- Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel
- Hilton Garden Inn Springfield
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Bus: PVTA buses available
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Lake Shore Limited
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