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Compare bus, train, and flight for Merrifield, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Merrifield, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €172.
Distance: 213 miles (343 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€45 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price |
7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Merrifield, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Merrifield, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
174 Northeast Regional | 3:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h39 | 7:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h15 | 8:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2166 Acela | 6:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h46 | 8:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 6:02 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h22 | 10:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 6:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h25 | 9:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 7:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h19 | 10:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:29 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 4h55 | 12:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 7:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h07 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
40 Floridian+ 2122 Acela | 7:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h40 | 1:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian · 196 Northeast Regional | 7:43 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 6h43 | 2:26 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h32 | 12:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 7:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h32 | 11:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 9:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h22 | 12:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 9:03 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h32 | 1:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 10:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 1:31 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 10:09 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h08 | 3:17 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 10:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h20 | 1:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2122 Acela | 10:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h53 | 1:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 11:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h16 | 2:26 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 11:34 PM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h49 | 4:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 11:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 3:17 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
192 Northeast Regional | 12:12 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 3:38 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 12:57 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 4:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 2:12 AM Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h59 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 2:15 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 5:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 3:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h11 | 10:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merrifield, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Merrifield, VA to New York, NY run on average 50 times per day, taking around 7h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $48 (€38) by bus.
There are 44 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 7h 11m.
Distance 213 miles (343 km) |
Average train duration 7h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 44 |
Fastest train 7h 11m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 23:23 |
FAQs: Trains from Merrifield, VA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merrifield, 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 Merrifield, 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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