Rochester to Syracuse by train
Syracuse lies 120 km (74 mi) east of Rochester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 37 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 146 km (91 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rochester | Syracuse | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 209,802 | 144,142 |
| Elevation | 156 m (512 ft) | 129 m (423 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Station, Erie Railroad Depot, Court Street (RIRTR station) | Syracuse station |
| Postal codes | 14602–14694 | 13201–13290 |
Where to book trains from Rochester to Syracuse
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Staying in Syracuse
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Common questions
How far is Syracuse from Rochester?
120 km (74 mi) in a straight line, east of Rochester; by road roughly 146 km (91 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rochester to Syracuse by train?
About 1 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rochester and Syracuse?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.