How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start at $101. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Rochester to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Rochester to Philadelphia takes 10h 14m and covers 410 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Rochester to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Rochester to Philadelphia from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 11m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 11m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 17m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 29m	10:35pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on February 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 17m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 37m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 37m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on March 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 17m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 37m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 37m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 51m	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on March 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	1:34pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 11m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	8:34am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 38m	6:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 39m	3:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 11 hours, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

11hAverage Duration

412 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$71 - $169	Average Duration11h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$101 - $719	Average Duration10h 14m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5761 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 $101

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 Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start at $101. The average price for this train route is around $172. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Rochester to Philadelphia takes 10h 14m and covers 410 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Rochester to Philadelphia departs at 5:40am. 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

02-20

$140

02-21

$154

Today

$254

02-23

$107

02-24

$107

02-25

$189

02-26

$177

02-27

$224

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 23, 2026 with a price of $107

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $107 to $1,048 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2026-02-23.