The cheapest and fastest trains from Burlington, NC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$212
Average price
$212
Fastest journey
11 h 49 m
Average duration
11 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
698 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burlington, NC 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 Burlington, NC to New York, NY will cost around $212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $212.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burlington, NC for New York, NY on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 698 km distance in an average of 11 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 49 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 11 h 49 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.
80 Carolinian8:46 AM11h49Burlington Station, Burlington, NC8:35 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2121One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian8:46 AM11h49Burlington Station, Burlington, NC8:35 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Burlington, NC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burlington, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $106.
Distance: 433 miles (698 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$260 Average price | $134 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 19m Average total duration 11h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to New York, NY:
A flight is $126 (€101) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burlington, NC to New York, NY costing on average $260 (€207).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 37m.
Train takes on average 11h 49m.
Tickets start at around $260 (€207) compared to roughly $163 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-96.74 (€-77.11). The journey takes 11h 49m versus 7h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Burlington, NC to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Burlington, NC to New York, NY trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:46 PM Burlington, NC | 11h49 | 1:35 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burlington, NC to New York, NY
Trains from Burlington, NC to New York, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€84) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 433 miles (698 km) distance in 11h 13m.
Distance 433 miles (698 km) |
Average train duration 11h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€84) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 13m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Burlington, NC to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Burlington, NC and New York, NY from $40 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Burlington, NC to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burlington, NC to New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Burlington, NC to New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Grill 584
- Village Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Burlington
- Drury Inn & Suites Burlington
- Best Western Plus Burlington
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Link Transit
- Taxi services available
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- 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
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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