The cheapest and fastest trains from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$1666
Average price
$1737
Fastest journey
1 d 17 h 58 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1735 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock, AR to New York, NY will cost around $1737 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $1666.
It's difficult to get from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY without transferring at least once.
22 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited11:44 PM41h58Union Station, Little Rock, AR6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$16661One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional11:44 PM43h02Union Station, Little Rock, AR7:46 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$18081One-way2 transfers
22 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited11:44 PM41h58Union Station, Little Rock, AR6:42 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$16661One-way1 transfer
22 Texas Eagle · 41 Floridian · 146 Northeast Regional11:44 PM43h02Union Station, Little Rock, AR7:46 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$18081One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Little Rock, AR to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $129. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $129, and a train costs an average of $214.
Distance: 1078 miles (1735 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$670 Average price | $364 Average price | $256 Average price Cheapest | $284 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
35h 39m Average total duration 35h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 40m Average total duration 31h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY:
A bus is $108 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY costing on average $364 (€294).
A bus is $414 (€334) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY costing on average $670 (€541).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 10m.
Train takes on average 35h 9m.
Tickets start at around $670 (€541) compared to roughly $284 (€229) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-386.02 (€-311.73). The journey takes 35h 9m versus 18h 23m 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
Little Rock, AR to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Little Rock, AR to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
22 Texas Eagle · 50 Cardinal · 66 Northeast Regional | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 52h27 | 5:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
22 Texas Eagle · 50 Cardinal | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 45h39 | 10:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 41h58 | 6:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
22 Texas Eagle · 41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 11:44 PM Union Station, Little Rock, AR | 42h40 | 7:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY
Trains from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 35h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $214 (€173) but you can travel from only $129 (€104) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 1078 miles (1735 km) distance in 39h 58m.
Distance 1078 miles (1735 km) |
Average train duration 35h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $214 (€173) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 39h 58m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Little Rock, AR to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Little Rock, AR and New York, NY from $129 (€104). 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 Little Rock, AR to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Little Rock, AR 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 Little Rock, AR to New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Brave New Restaurant
- The Pantry Crest
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Capital Hotel
- Little Rock Marriott
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Little Rock
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station includes commercial and office space, with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: River Rail Streetcar
- 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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