Next train departures

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on September 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:25pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 20m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 32m	5:57pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 32m	5:57pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 48m	7:13pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 48m	7:13pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 3h	12:17pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on October 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:25pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	11h 26m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on October 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:25pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 20m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on October 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:06am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	12h 45m	10:51pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 4h	12:34pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 1m	3:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	1d 4h	12:34pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 1m	3:32pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 34m	4:05pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:25pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 20m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Philadelphia on October 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:25pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h 20m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	8h 40m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 53m	3:24pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:31am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	10h	3:31pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:25am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	9h 44m	6:09pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 904, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

10h 20mAverage Duration

412 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 904 - ZAR 4,618	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 1,206 - ZAR 8,423	Average Duration10h 25m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,521 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6521 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 1,206

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Philadelphia start at ZAR 1,206. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 2,217. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Rochester to Philadelphia takes 10h 25m and covers 410 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Rochester to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Rochester to Philadelphia departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 1:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09-27

No data

09-28

ZAR 1,685

Today

ZAR 1,685

09-30

No data

10-01

ZAR 2,712

10-02

ZAR 2,291

10-03

ZAR 2,628

10-04

ZAR 1,146

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Oct 4, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,146

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 Philadelphia, PA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,146 to ZAR 11,858 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,146 which is on 2026-10-04.