How to Book Train Travel From Rochester to New York City
Travel southeast from Rochester to New York City, choosing either the Empire Service, Lakeshore Limited or Maple Leaf train lines to make your journey through beautiful upstate New York.
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Instructions
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Plan Your Time in Rochester and New York City
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Start off by learning more about photography and film, since Rochester is home to Eastman Kodak, at the George Eastman House Museum. Consider taking a stroll on the beach at Charlotte, or riding a bike on a path during autumn, and finishing up your day at a local hot dog stand for a "white hot."
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Take the time to prioritize your trip to New York City, whether it be for business or pleasure. There is so much to see, and it would take a lifetime just to savor a small portion of "The City."
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Book Your Train Travel From Rochester to New York City
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Learn about weekly specials and discounts for early reservations when you book your train travel by logging on to the Amtrak Web site (see Resources).
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Use the train station codes ROC (Rochester) and NYP (New York Penn Station) to search for fares.
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Plan to leave early. There are 4 departures daily from Rochester to New York in the morning and afternoon.
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Tips & Warnings
Your train journey will end at Penn Station, on 34th and 8th in midtown Manhattan, which will place you in one of the busiest sections of the city. Determine in advance how you will arrange travel from there into the city, whether it be by cab, subway or a rental car.
Be respectful of your fellow travelers by placing your cell phone in its silent or vibrate mode and by keeping your voice down while talking.
If you choose the Lakeshore Limited line for your 7-hour trip, you can take advantage of such amenities as shower facilities, sleeping berths and reclining chairs.
To book train travel from Rochester to New York City, call Amtrak at (800) USA-RAIL or visit the Amtrak Web site (see Resources).
Give yourself plenty of time as a cushion against possible delays, which are common in New York City.
Avoid theft on the train and in busy Penn Station in New York City by always keeping an eye on your belongings at all times.
