The cheapest and fastest trains from Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$160
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
5 h 36 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $160.
Of the 5 trains that leave Fredericksburg, VA for New York, NY on Thu, Feb 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 36 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 39 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 Carolinian
164 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional+
2218 Acela
158 Northeast Regional
158 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional+
2218 Acela
80 Carolinian
164 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 248 miles (400 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$147 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
158 Northeast Regional | 9:09 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 5h36 | 2:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
80 Carolinian | 10:00 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 5h55 | 3:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| Thursday, February 26 | ||||||
164 Northeast Regional | 11:53 AM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 5h58 | 5:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
94 Northeast Regional+ 2218 Acela | 5:07 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 5h49 | 10:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | ||
94 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 6h39 | 11:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 248 miles (400 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 248 miles (400 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 06:53 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fredericksburg, VA and New York, NY from $41 (€33). 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 Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredericksburg, 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 Fredericksburg, VA to New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
- 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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