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Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 14 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 15 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 16 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 17 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 18 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 19 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Syracuse on 20 August
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
13:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 15m	14:40	Amtrak Station	Fastest
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	5h 39m	15:45	SYR Airport	No tags
05:31	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	06:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
08:25	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 20m	09:45	Amtrak Station	No tags
10:06	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1h 22m	11:28	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Syracuse

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just JP¥3 925, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 20mAverage duration

118 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceJP¥3 153 - JP¥6 076	Average duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceJP¥3 925 - JP¥10 352	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/56 419 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 6419 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at JP¥3 925

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Syracuse?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Syracuse start from JP¥3 925. The average price for this train route is around JP¥3 925. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Rochester to Syracuse?
The average train journey time from Rochester to Syracuse is 1h 20m, covering a distance of 118 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Syracuse route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Syracuse?
The earliest train from Rochester to Syracuse departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 13:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/08

JP¥6 541

12/08

JP¥6 541

Today

JP¥4 088

14/08

JP¥3 598

15/08

JP¥3 598

16/08

JP¥3 598

17/08

JP¥3 598

18/08

JP¥3 598

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US was searched and found on 14 Aug 2026 with a price of JP¥3 598

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from JP¥3 598 to JP¥51 342 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at JP¥3 598, which is on 2026-08-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 30m	Avg priceJP¥3 951	Daily departures17
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 20m	Avg priceJP¥3 925	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Rochester, NY, US and Syracuse, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost JP¥3 925 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from JP¥3 925. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Syracuse, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Rochester, NY, US to Syracuse, US in about 1h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!