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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
One of the world’s great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue building.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milford, CT 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 Milford, CT to New York, NY will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 41 trains that leave Milford, CT for New York, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.
139 Northeast Regional
169 Northeast Regional
143 Northeast Regional
143 Northeast Regional
139 Northeast Regional
169 Northeast Regional
195 Northeast Regional
161 Northeast Regional
139 Northeast Regional
135 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milford, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milford, CT to New York, NY:
A bus is $0.50 (€0.41) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milford, CT to New York, NY costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 37m by train vs 1h 41m by car) and roughly $15 (€12) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $33 (€27)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milford, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
461 Valley Flyer · 161 Northeast Regional | 11:49 AM Milford, CT | 2h02 | 1:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional | 12:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h45 | 1:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 12:28 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h23 | 1:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 12:36 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h52 | 2:28 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 12:59 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h29 | 2:28 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
463 Amtrak Hartford Line · 163 Northeast Regional | 1:45 PM Milford, CT | 2h06 | 3:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
163 Northeast Regional | 2:06 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h45 | 3:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 2:28 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h23 | 3:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 NextGen Acela | 3:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h38 | 4:48 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 4:04 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h48 | 5:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
135 Northeast Regional | 4:26 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h26 | 5:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 4:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h51 | 6:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
57 Vermonter | 4:57 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h28 | 6:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 5:35 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h56 | 7:31 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 5:57 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h34 | 7:31 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2259 Acela | 6:34 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h40 | 8:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
467 Amtrak Hartford Line · 167 Northeast Regional | 6:45 PM Milford, CT | 2h22 | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
167 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
167 Northeast Regional | 7:43 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h24 | 9:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h52 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
65 Northeast Regional | 9:27 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h35 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 10:20 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 11:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 10:41 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h18 | 11:59 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
143 Northeast Regional | 7:05 AM Milford, CT | 2h22 | 9:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 7:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h52 | 9:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
143 Northeast Regional | 7:56 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h31 | 9:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 9:03 AM Milford, CT | 2h21 | 11:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 9:06 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h45 | 10:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
195 Northeast Regional | 9:28 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h23 | 10:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2271 NextGen Acela | 9:31 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 11:10 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 9:34 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h50 | 11:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
157 Northeast Regional | 9:56 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h28 | 11:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 11:05 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h51 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 11:27 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h29 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milford, CT to New York, NY run on average 35 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:41. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 10:41 PM |
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One of the world’s great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue building.
A leading modern and contemporary art museum with iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
A major science museum famous for dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly displays on the natural world.
The city’s essential urban park, ideal for walks, people-watching, famous views, and easy access to major museums.
A high-energy commercial crossroads known for giant screens, Broadway proximity, and classic first-time New York spectacle.
An elevated park built on a former rail line, popular for design, public art, Hudson views, and social media appeal.
Large, thin-crust pizza sold by the slice, known for its crisp yet foldable base. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, cured salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s strong Jewish deli tradition.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, usually with mustard. This deli staple is one of New York’s most famous sandwiches.
Well-known appetizing shop cafe serving bagels, smoked fish, caviar, and Jewish New York classics in a polished, historic style.
Historic Lower East Side deli famous for hand-carved pastrami sandwiches and classic Jewish deli fare in a lively, old-school setting.
Legendary pizzeria known for traditional New York slices and whole pies, with a long-standing reputation for quality ingredients and craftsmanship.
Accommodation, dining, and drinks are among the priciest in the US, though budget eats and free sights help control costs.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants and bars; 20%+ for excellent service. USD 1-2 per drink, round up taxis or tip 10-15%, and tip hotel staff.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milford, CT 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.

Most Milford, CT to New York, NY trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Milford, CT and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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