The average train between Rochester and Montauk takes 13h 40m and the fastest train takes 11h 2m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Montauk. 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 twice daily between Rochester and Montauk. The earliest departure is at 8:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 1:25 PM which arrives into Montauk at 12:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 13h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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14h 32m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester to Montauk? 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 Montauk. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Montauk station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.
Rochester to Montauk train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Montauk train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Montauk station.
The distance between Rochester and Montauk is 523.8 km. The road distance is 783 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Montauk via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Jamaica in around 11h 45m.