The cheapest and fastest trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
10 h 33 m
Average duration
14 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 3 trains that leave South Station, Boston, MA for Rochester station, Rochester, NY on Sun, Apr 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 19 the direct trains cover the 542 km distance in an average of 14 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 33 m .
On Sun, Apr 19 the slowest trains will take 19 h 28 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.
5:50 PM10h33South Station, Boston, MA4:23 AMRochester station, Rochester, NY$731One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM19h28South Station, Boston, MA7:13 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2031One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM13h40South Station, Boston, MA1:15 AMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2961One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM10h33South Station, Boston, MA4:23 AMRochester station, Rochester, NY$731One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM13h40South Station, Boston, MA1:15 AMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2961One-way0 transfers
11:45 PM19h28South Station, Boston, MA7:13 PMRochester station, Rochester, NY$2031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$122 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $306 Average price |
11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY trains for today, Saturday, April 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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65 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 6:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 19h28 | 2:13 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, April 19 | |||||
![]() | 11:35 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 13h40 | 1:15 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 10h33 | 4:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Trains from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 10h 33m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average train duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 33m |
First train 11:25 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between South Station, Boston, MA and Rochester station, Rochester, NY from $46 (€37). 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 South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, 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 station, Rochester, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from South Station, Boston, MA to Rochester station, Rochester, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 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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