- Must visit
The Strong National Museum of Play
Major interactive museum focused on play, toys, games, and childhood culture. One of Rochester's signature attractions and especially popular with families.
Cheapest price
$146
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
7 h 57 m
Average duration
7 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $146.
Of the 1 trains that leave Springfield, MA for Rochester, NY on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 427 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 57 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 7 h 57 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $59.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$276 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $243 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 27m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY:
A bus is $163 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY costing on average $243 (€199).
A bus is $197 (€162) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY costing on average $276 (€227).
Other travel options to Rochester, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 57m.
Bus takes on average 8h 34m.
Tickets start at around $276 (€227) compared to roughly $98 (€80) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-178.55 (€-146.56). The journey takes 7h 57m versus 4h 34m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY trains for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:26 PM Springfield, MA | 7h57 | 3:23 AM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:26 PM Springfield, MA | 7h57 | 4:23 AM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
![]() | 3:26 PM Springfield, MA | 7h57 | 11:23 PM Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€49) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 15:26. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 7h 57m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€49) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 57m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 3:26 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Springfield, MA 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.

Most Springfield, MA to Rochester, NY trains use the Springfield to Rochester Train Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Springfield, MA and Rochester, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Springfield has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Theodore's Blues, Booze, & BBQ, Red Rose Pizzeria
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Springfield. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Springfield. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Springfield: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Springfield: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Springfield: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include MGM Springfield, Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Springfield.
Rochester Train Station is 1 km from Rochester city centre. Public transport options include:
Rochester Train Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rochester Train Station.
Ticket office support is available at Rochester Train Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rochester Train Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rochester Train Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rochester Train Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rochester Train Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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