The cheapest and fastest trains from Lorton, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$152
Average price
$292
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lorton, 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 Lorton, VA to New York, NY will cost around $292 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $152.
Of the 18 trains that leave Lorton, VA for New York, NY on Fri, Dec 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.
66 Northeast Regional
90 Palmetto
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service
80 Carolinian
84 Northeast Regional
134 Northeast Regional
86 Northeast Regional
94 Northeast Regional
80 CarolinianTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lorton, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lorton, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
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Live departures
Lorton, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Lorton, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:58 AM Lorton, VA | 4h17 | 4:15 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Lorton, VA | 4h55 | 6:15 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:24 PM Lorton, VA | 4h14 | 6:38 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:09 PM Lorton, VA | 5h12 | 2:21 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:34 PM Lorton, VA | 4h50 | 3:24 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lorton, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Lorton, VA to New York, NY run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 04:09 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Virginia Railway Express from Lorton, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Virginia Railway Express trains will get you between Lorton, VA and New York, NY from $24 (€20). 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 Lorton, VA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lorton, 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 Lorton, 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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