Train from Rochester, NY, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Rochester to Washington on May 18
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationCheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union StationNo 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 PriceCLP 58,141 - CLP 193,481Average Duration13h 25m
12kg CO₂e
Average PriceCLP 76,398 - CLP 632,894Average Duration11h 45m
43kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Which train operators service the Rochester to Washington route?

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

  4. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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