The average train between Boston and Rochester takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Boston to Rochester. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Boston and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Boston is at 8:54 PM which arrives into Rochester at 6:56 AM. All services require a transfer at Grantham and take an average of 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Boston to Rochester? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Boston to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Boston station and arriving at Rochester station via Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Boston to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Boston station.
Boston to Rochester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Rochester station.
Book your Boston to Rochester train tickets online with East Midlands Railways, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Boston and Rochester is 180.3 km. The road distance is 276 km.
You can take a train from Boston to Rochester via Grantham, London Kings Cross, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 6m.