How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start from $90. The average price for this train route is around $293. 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 Rochester to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Rochester to Washington is 12h 7m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Rochester to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Rochester to Washington at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 1:34pm.

Train Rochester to Washington from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 43m	5:23pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 50m	6:30pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 29m	8:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 31m	8:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 22m	8:56pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

296 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$63 - $271	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$90 - $1,379	Average Duration12h 7m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $90

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, 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 Rochester to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start from $90. The average price for this train route is around $293. 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 Rochester to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Rochester to Washington is 12h 7m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Rochester to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rochester to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Rochester to Washington at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 1:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$198

12/11

$225

Today

$240

12/13

$142

12/14

$115

12/15

$85

12/16

$102

12/17

$93

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $85

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $85 to $781 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-15.