The average train between Rochester and Southampton takes 12h 25m and the fastest train takes 10h. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Southampton. 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 3 times a day between Rochester and Southampton. 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 Southampton at 3:14 AM. All services require a transfer at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and take an average of 12h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Rochester to Southampton? 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 Southampton. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Southampton station via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.
Rochester to Southampton train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Southampton train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Southampton station.
The distance between Rochester and Southampton is 500 km. The road distance is 741 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to Southampton via Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, New York Penn Station, and Jamaica in around 10h 53m.