The average train between Rochester and Islip takes 9h 57m and the fastest train takes 9h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Islip. 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 4 times a day between Rochester and Islip. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 1:27 PM which arrives into Islip at 10:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 9h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Rochester to Islip? 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 Rochester to Islip. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Islip station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.
Rochester to Islip train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Islip train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Babylon station.
The distance between Rochester and Islip is 453.2 km. The road distance is 667 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Islip via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Babylon in around 9h 45m.