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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
$146
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
9 h 37 m
Average duration
9 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Augusta, ME to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Augusta, ME to New York, NY will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $146.
Of the 2 trains that leave Augusta, ME for New York, NY on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 9 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 37 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 9 h 47 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Augusta, ME to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$159 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $317 Average price |
7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration 8h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Augusta, ME to New York, NY:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Augusta, ME to New York, NY costing on average $159 (€130).
A bus is $226 (€184) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Augusta, ME to New York, NY costing on average $317 (€258).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 10m.
Bus takes on average 8h 51m.
The table below shows live departures for Augusta, ME to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8279 AMTRAK · 137 Northeast Regional | 8:15 AM Augusta, ME | 9h54 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8279 AMTRAK+ 2167 Acela | 8:15 AM Augusta, ME | 8h35 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8271 AMTRAK · 177 Northeast Regional | 12:15 PM Augusta, ME | 9h37 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8269 AMTRAK · 67 Northeast Regional | 2:15 PM Augusta, ME | 8h47 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
8269 AMTRAK · 179 Northeast Regional | 2:15 PM Augusta, ME | 9h34 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Augusta, ME | 9h37 | 7:52 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Augusta, ME to New York, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $66 (€54) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 4:45 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
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Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most Augusta, ME to New York, NY trains use the Augusta, Transportation Center to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Augusta, ME and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Augusta, Transportation Center is 5 km from Augusta city centre. Public transport options include:
Augusta, Transportation Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Augusta, Transportation Center.
Available at Augusta, Transportation Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Augusta, Transportation Center: Wheelchair accessible platform and restrooms.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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