The average train between Rochester and Waterbury takes 14h 7m and the fastest train takes 10h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochester to Waterbury. 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 Waterbury. 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 Waterbury at 9:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Springfield and take an average of 14h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Rochester to Waterbury? 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 Waterbury. However, there are services departing from Rochester station and arriving at Waterbury station via Springfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 7m.
Rochester to Waterbury train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rochester station.
Rochester to Waterbury train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Meriden station.
The distance between Rochester and Waterbury is 414.8 km. The road distance is 623 km.
You can take a train from Rochester to E Main St @ Phoenix St via Springfield, Meriden, and State St @ Meriden Transit Center in around 10h 38m.