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The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY

Showing times and prices for Jun 21

Cheapest price

$275

Average price

$371

Fastest journey

11 h 20 m

Average duration

12 h 58 m

Trains per day

Distance

476 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC to Rochester, NY will cost around $371 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $275.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY without transferring at least once.

66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf

10:00PM16h20

Union Station, Washington, DC

02:20PMRochester station, Rochester, NY

$2751One-way

1 transfer

82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited

10:15AM13h08

Union Station, Washington, DC

11:23PMRochester station, Rochester, NY

$3661One-way

1 transfer

162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service

06:15AM11h20

Union Station, Washington, DC

05:35PMRochester station, Rochester, NY

$3811One-way

1 transfer

88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited

11:25AM11h58

Union Station, Washington, DC

11:23PMRochester station, Rochester, NY

$4161One-way

1 transfer

152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service

08:17AM12h05

Union Station, Washington, DC

08:22PMRochester station, Rochester, NY

$4161One-way

1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Washington, DC to Rochester, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €95. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 55m.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€379 Average price	€95 Average price Cheapest
13h 25m Average duration Fastest 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	13h 30m Average duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

Live departures

Washington, DC to Rochester, NY train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 21

Last updated at 8:27 PM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf	2:00 AM Union Station, Washington, DC	16h20	6:20 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY	1 transfer
162 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service	10:15 AM Union Station, Washington, DC	11h20	9:35 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY	1 transfer
152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service	12:17 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	12h05	12:22 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY	1 transfer
82 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited	2:15 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	13h08	3:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY	1 transfer
88 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited	3:25 PM Union Station, Washington, DC	11h58	3:23 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY	1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY

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Trains from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $399 (€325) but you can travel from only $116 (€95) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $116 (€95)

Distance

295 miles (476 km)

Average train duration

12h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$399 (€325)

Trains per day

Fastest train

10h 28m

First train

05:30

Last train

22:00

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $116 (€95)

Train companies: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY trains

Buy your official Amtrak and Amtrak Acela train tickets to Rochester, NY from Washington, DC from $202 (€165) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 11 h 8 min
Cheapest Price: $202
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D.C. to New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Washington, DC to Rochester, NY train information with Amtrak Acela:

Average Duration: 10 h 7 min
Cheapest Price: $758
Amtrak Acela frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY.

Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY can start from as little as $212 (€173) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to Rochester, NY is $247 (€201); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY is on average 11 h 35 min for the 295 mile (476 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Washington, DC and Rochester, NY by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY leaves at 5: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY leaves at 10: 00 PM.

There are 4 trains a day from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY which require at least one change with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Rochester, NY. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY.

When taking a train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY, you can count on Amtrak or Amtrak Acela for the best way to get you to Rochester, NY. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service to Rochester, NY from Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 10: 00 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Washington, DC to Rochester, NY including taking a train, bus or flight.