How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Albany start from R 753. The average price for this train route is around R 753. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Rochester to Albany?

The average train journey time from Rochester to Albany is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 321 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rochester to Albany route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Rochester to Albany departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 13:34.

Train Rochester to Albany from R 709 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	18:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 31m	18:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:40	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 2m	09:42	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	08:34	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 5m	12:39	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	4h 47m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:30 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 753, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 31mAverage duration

321 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 620 - R 2 989	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 753 - R 2 031	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 R 753

Amtrak Rochester Albany recent customer reviews

On time, plenty of room

Kathryn B.

2 December 2025

Had and outlet nearby, all a guy needs really.

Akshay K.

13 October 2024

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Albany start from R 753. The average price for this train route is around R 753. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rochester to Albany?
The average train journey time from Rochester to Albany is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 321 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 2m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Albany?
The earliest train from Rochester to Albany departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 13:34.

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The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 709

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

You can expect to pay from R 709 to R 3 755 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 709, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time10h 50m	Avg priceR 2 029	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 31m	Avg priceR 753	Daily departures5

The best way to travel between Rochester, NY, US and Albany, NY is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 753 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 753. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Albany, NY, choose the train, as it will take you from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY in about 4h 31m – that's the fastest way to get there!