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Trip Overview

The average train between Buffalo and Rochester takes 1h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Buffalo 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.

1h 9m
Duration
69 mi
Distance
$60
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Buffalo to Rochester train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Buffalo and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Buffalo is at 12:25 PM which arrives into Rochester at 1:30 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 12m • Direct
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    train train 1h 5m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo 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.

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  • Distance: 68.6 mi
  • Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Rochester 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 1h 12m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.

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