How to Book Train Travel From Rochester to Albany
Travel due east from Rochester on a 4.5-hour train trip through beautiful upstate New York to the capital city of Albany. Consider train travel as the most efficient way to arrive for that important meeting in Albany, or that vacation in the Finger Lakes region, relaxed and refreshed.
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Things You'll Need
- Credit card for booking train travel online
- Computer with Internet access
Instructions
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Get to Know Rochester and Albany
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Take the time to get to know Rochester's historical heritage, from touring the Genesee Country Village, to taking a boat ride along the Erie Canal. Experience Rochester's playful side with your children by visiting the Lego Factory and the National Toy Hall of Fame, and the Strong National Museum of Play.
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Go beyond Albany's government centers and universities and seek out some of the more interesting museums with your kids, such as the Children's Museum for Science and Technology and the Museum of Firefighting. Or, you can just enjoy the fall foliage by renting a car and taking a drive along the outskirts of town.
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Book Your Travel by Train From Rochester to Albany
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Book your train travel via the Amtrak Web site using the station codes ROC (Rochester) and ALB (Albany) (see Resources).
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Utilize Amtrak's Viewliner accommodations aboard the Lakeshore Limited line if you need to shower, sleep or simply relax in style and comfort before arriving in Albany.
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Choose from 4 daily departure times in the morning and early afternoon. There are no evening departures along the Rochester to Albany route.
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Tips & Warnings
Be aware that the Albany train station is actually located in the neighboring town of Renssalear.
Reserve your time to eat in the dining room of the Lakeshore Limited line with a steward well in advance, in order to avoid crowded conditions.
Remember that while a snack pack and a drink is included with your coach ticket, you may want to bring additional food if you book the Maple Leaf or Empire Service lines, which do not have dining cars.
Book your travel well in advance during the holidays, which will help you save money as well as ensuring a place on the train.
To book train travel from Rochester to Albany, call Amtrak at (800) USA-RAIL or visit the Amtrak Web site (see Resources).
Take care when boarding the train during harsh weather, since the platform can become slippery or icy.
