How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Rochester start from $72. The average price for this train route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 48m, covering a distance of 255 miles (410 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Rochester?

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

Train Philadelphia to Rochester from $68 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on April 5
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	5:15am	30th Street Station	8h 58m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	3:22am	30th Street Station	10h 51m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	8h 58m	2:13pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	8:20am	30th Street Station	9h 8m	5:28pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Rochester on April 6
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	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	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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:56 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 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

255 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $232	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $685	Average Duration10h 48m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $72

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $72. The average price for this train route is around $115. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Rochester is 10h 48m, covering a distance of 255 miles (410 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Rochester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Rochester?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Rochester at 3:22am. And 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

03/31

$168

04/01

$174

Today

$208

04/03

$236

04/04

No data

04/05

$133

04/06

$135

04/07

$68

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $68

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 $68 to $799 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 $68 which is on 2026-04-07.