The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT to New York, NY will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Fairfield, CT for New York, NY on Tue, Nov 18, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 18 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Nov 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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€15 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fairfield, CT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfield, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:32 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h23 | 11:55 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:01 PM Fairfield, CT | 1h24 | 10:25 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 18 | |||||
![]() | 4:32 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h27 | 5:59 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:02 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h28 | 6:30 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:29 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h22 | 6:51 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:44 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h26 | 7:10 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 AM Fairfield, CT | 1h19 | 7:24 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Trains from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 22:54 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Fairfield, CT and New York, NY from $7 (€5). 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 Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfield, CT 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 Fairfield, CT 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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