How much does a train ticket from Rochester to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Rochester to Washington is $238. The best way to find train tickets from Rochester to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Rochester to Washington?

A train trip between Rochester and Washington is around 12h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 296 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Rochester and Washington?

The number of trains from Rochester to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Rochester to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Rochester to Washington?

When taking the train from Rochester to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Rochester to Washington from $85 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	16h 55m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 10m	11:16pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	16h 55m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:15 PM EST.

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 $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

296 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $271	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$83 - $1,270	Average Duration12h 7m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,606 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5606 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 $83

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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/22

$115

11/23

$163

Today

$129

11/25

$225

11/26

$380

11/27

$193

11/28

$152

11/29

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The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $115

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 $115 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 $152 which is on 2025-11-28.