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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
$52
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
290 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bridgewater, MA 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 Bridgewater, MA to New York, NY will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 40 trains that leave Bridgewater, MA for New York, NY on Mon, Aug 03, 37 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 290 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 36 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.
175 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional
93 Northeast Regional
177 Northeast Regional
171 Northeast Regional
2193 Acela
2165 Acela
2155 NextGen Acela
2167 Acela
2159 NextGen AcelaTrains from Bridgewater, MA to New York, NY run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (290 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 180 miles (290 km) |
Average train duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bridgewater, MA to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:14 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h37 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 5:14 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h59 | 9:13 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:25 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h57 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:25 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h26 | 10:51 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 7:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h04 | 11:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:28 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h56 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 8:28 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 6h22 | 2:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:28 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h28 | 12:56 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:28 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h33 | 1:01 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 19 Crescent | 9:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 5h00 | 2:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h00 | 1:15 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 9:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 3h36 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela+ 97 Silver Meteor | 9:15 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 5h35 | 2:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:36 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h42 | 2:18 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:36 AM Route 128/University Park Station, Westwood, MA | 4h11 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
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 Bridgewater, MA to New York, NY trains use the Route 128/University Park Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgewater, MA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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