The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
5 h 24 m
Average duration
7 h 3 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfax Station, VA 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 Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fairfax Station, VA for New York, NY on Tue, Mar 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 7 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 41 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $125.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$138 Average price | $92 Average price Cheapest | $187 Average price |
8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 Northeast Regional | 11:28 AM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 5h20 | 4:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 4:25 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 5h23 | 9:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional | 4:44 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 6h03 | 10:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
156 Northeast Regional | 4:44 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 5h18 | 10:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 5:01 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 5h01 | 10:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional | 5:01 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 5h46 | 10:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
50 Cardinal | 9:35 PM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 4h48 | 2:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
128 Northeast Regional | 11:57 PM Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 4h47 | 4:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 12:11 AM Fairfax Station, VA | 5h24 | 5:35 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 12:30 AM Manassas Station, Manassas, VA | 8h41 | 9:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 AM Fairfax Station, VA | 8h41 | 10:11 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $40 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 5h 24m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 7h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€32) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 5h 24m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 20:30 |
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FAQs: Trains from Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfax Station, VA 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 Fairfax Station, VA to New York, NY
- 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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