The cheapest and fastest trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$270
Fastest journey
10 h 26 m
Average duration
11 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA will cost around $270 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rochester station, Rochester, NY for South Station, Boston, MA on Mon, Apr 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 542 km distance in an average of 11 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 26 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 13 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
448 Lake Shore Limited10:06 AM10h26Rochester station, Rochester, NY8:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$1511One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited10:06 AM10h26Rochester station, Rochester, NY8:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2281One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional5:40 AM13h24Rochester station, Rochester, NY7:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4331One-way1 transfer
448 Lake Shore Limited10:06 AM10h26Rochester station, Rochester, NY8:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$1511One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited10:06 AM10h26Rochester station, Rochester, NY8:32 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$2281One-way1 transfer
280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional5:40 AM13h24Rochester station, Rochester, NY7:04 PMSouth Station, Boston, MA$4331One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$148 Average price | $297 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest |
10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 46m Average total duration 12h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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280 Empire Service · 174 Northeast Regional | 9:40 AM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 13h24 | 11:04 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 2:06 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 10h26 | 12:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 1 transfer | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 2:06 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 10h26 | 12:32 AM South Station, Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA
Trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:40, the last at 15:06. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average train duration 10h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 10:40 AM |
Last train 3:06 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rochester station, Rochester, NY and South Station, Boston, MA from $55 (€44). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at South Station, Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rochester station, Rochester, NY to South Station, Boston, MA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit station with facilities for Amtrak and bus services.
- Bus: Local and regional bus transportation is provided
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
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