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Trip Overview

The average train between Rochester and Columbia University takes 8h 11m and the fastest train takes 7h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Columbia University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 11m
Duration
375 mi
Distance
$199
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Rochester to Columbia University train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Rochester and Columbia University. The earliest departure is at 5:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 1:34 PM which arrives into Columbia University at 9:37 PM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 8h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 30m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 35m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 59m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 30m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 35m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 59m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    VIA RailAmtrakMTA12h 10m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 28m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 34m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 57m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 8m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 30m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 35m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 59m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 30m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 35m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 59m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 3m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 30m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA7h 35m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakAmtrakMTA8h 59m • 2 changes
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    VIA RailAmtrakMTA8h 3m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rochester to Columbia University? 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: 374.6 mi
  • Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Columbia University, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Rochester to Columbia University via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, 34 St-Penn Station, and 116 St-Columbia University in around 7h 59m.

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