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The average train between Newark and Rochester takes 7h 31m and the fastest train takes 7h 21m. There is at least one train per day from Newark 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 once daily between Newark and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 6:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 6:50 AM which arrives into Rochester at 2:11 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Newark to Rochester. However, there are services departing from New York Penn Station and arriving at Rochester station via Rochester station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.
Newark to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from New York Penn Station.
Newark to Rochester train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Rochester station.
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The distance between Newark and Rochester is 391.7 km. The road distance is 487 km.
VIA Rail operates a train from New York Penn Station to Rochester once daily. Tickets cost $95–260 and the journey takes 6h 55m.
