The cheapest and fastest trains from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
9 h 56 m
Average duration
9 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, VA to New York, NY will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 1 trains that leave Leesburg, VA for New York, NY on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 352 km distance in an average of 9 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 56 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 9 h 56 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.
11:15 PM9h56Leesburg, VA9:11 AMNew York, NY$1281One-way0 transfers
11:15 PM9h56Leesburg, VA9:11 AMNew York, NY$1281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Leesburg, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$171 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY:
A train is $24 (€19) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY costing on average $195 (€158).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 43m.
Tickets start at around $171 (€138) compared to roughly $116 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-55.35 (€-44.69). The journey takes 8h 43m versus 4h 11m 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
Leesburg, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Leesburg, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:36 PM Leesburg, VA | 8h10 | 11:46 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Leesburg, VA to New York, NY by flight or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average train duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Trains from Leesburg, VA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leesburg, 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 Leesburg, 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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