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Trip Overview

The average train between Waterloo and Rochester takes 8h 56m and the fastest train takes 7h 23m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Waterloo to Rochester. 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 56m
Duration
243 mi
Distance
$135
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Waterloo to Rochester train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Waterloo and Rochester. The earliest departure is at 6:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Waterloo is at 8:48 PM which arrives into Rochester at 1:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Toronto and take an average of 8h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak7h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak7h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak7h 23m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak16h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak7h 23m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    GO TransitAmtrakAmtrak7h 23m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Waterloo to Rochester? 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.

Map of how to get from Waterloo to Rochester.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 242.5 mi
  • Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Waterloo, ON, Canada and Rochester, NY, USA?

You can take a train from Kitchener GO to Rochester via Toronto, Canadian Border, and Niagara Falls Amtrak Station in around 7h 22m.

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