How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Washington start from CLP 76,398. The average price for this train route is around CLP 207,899. 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 11h 45m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 27m 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 CLP 72,734 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on May 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on May 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on May 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	13h 26m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on May 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	17h 20m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 23m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 45m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 4:18 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 58,141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

13h 25mAverage Duration

294 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCLP 58,141 - CLP 193,481	Average Duration13h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 76,398 - CLP 632,894	Average Duration11h 45m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5806 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 CLP 76,398

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 CLP 76,398. The average price for this train route is around CLP 207,899. 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 11h 45m, covering a distance of 296 miles (478 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 27m 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

05/14

CLP 232,932

05/15

CLP 286,332

Today

CLP 260,553

05/17

CLP 122,451

05/18

CLP 139,944

05/19

CLP 116,006

05/20

CLP 131,658

05/21

CLP 188,740

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on May 19, 2026 with a price of CLP 116,006

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 CLP 116,006 to CLP 762,323 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 CLP 116,006 which is on 2026-05-19.