The average train between Rochester and Newark takes 8h 28m and the fastest train takes 7h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Newark. 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 Newark. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochester is at 1:25 PM which arrives into Newark at 10:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 8h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 56m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochester to Newark? 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 Newark. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Newark station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.
Rochester to Newark train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Newark train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.
Book your Rochester to Newark train tickets online with VIA Rail, Amtrak and Amtrak Acela.
The distance between Rochester and Newark is 391.7 km. The road distance is 611 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Newark Penn Station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 7h 58m.