Trains tickets from Rochester (NY), US to Erie

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from $50
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MonMay 26
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TueMay 27

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Rochester
    Departure location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Rochester
    Departure location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 22 at
    Departure city: Rochester
    Departure location: Louise M. Slaughter Station
    Arrival time: May 23 at
    Destination city: Erie
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Erie.

Bus
Average Price$37 - $68Average Duration3h 30m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$37 - $64Average Duration2h 41m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Rochester to Erie

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 30mAverage Duration
$37Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Rochester to Erie: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$44
Average train trip duration2h 41m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure11:29pm
Distance145 miles (233 km)

Rochester to Erie Train

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

Best price found
05/18
$50
05/19
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05/21
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05/22
$50
05/23
$60
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05/25
$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester to Erie was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $50

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rochester to Erie, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $50 to $616 for a train ticket from Rochester to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-05-22.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Rochester to Erie is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Erie you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Rochester and Erie, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Rochester to Erie while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Erie to Rochester

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