How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start at $102. The average price for this train route is around $162. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to Rochester takes 10h 48m and covers 410 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Rochester route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Rochester departs at 3:22am. The latest train departs at 9:24pm.

Train Philadelphia to Rochester from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on April 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:04pm	30th Street Station	19h 9m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	1:20pm	30th Street Station	10h 3m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	11h 5m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	11h 5m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	12:18pm	30th Street Station	11h 5m	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on April 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:22am	30th Street Station	10h 51m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	8:04am	30th Street Station	9h 24m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	3:22am	30th Street Station	10h 51m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	10h 30m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	10h 30m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:25 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

10h 40mAverage Duration

410 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $328	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $1,058	Average Duration10h 48m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,786 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5786 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $102

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start at $102. The average price for this train route is around $162. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to Rochester takes 10h 48m and covers 410 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Rochester route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Rochester departs at 3:22am. The latest train departs at 9:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-10

$311

04-11

$174

Today

$230

04-13

$97

04-14

$97

04-15

No data

04-16

$117

04-17

$108

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $97

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $97 to $1,290 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2026-04-13.