The cheapest and fastest trains from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Cheapest price
$254
Average price
$304
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA will cost around $304 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $254.
It's difficult to get from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €94. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €94, and a train costs an average of €204.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€347 Average price | €94 Average price Cheapest |
5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:19 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 7h05 | 9:24 AM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 3h31 | 11:33 AM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:36 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h03 | 12:39 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h04 | 1:39 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:34 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h46 | 3:20 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book Mount Vernon to Cambridge trains with Omio?
Metro-North Railroad (MNR) operates all train services from Mount Vernon to Cambridge. Omio is the only official third party seller for Metro-North Railroad (MNR) tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Metro-North Railroad (MNR)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Metro-North Railroad (MNR) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Mount Vernon to Cambridge.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Metro-North Railroad (MNR) tickets can only be bought on Omio or Metro-North Railroad (MNR)'s website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Metro-North Railroad (MNR) tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Metro-North Railroad (MNR) tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Mount Vernon to Cambridge.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Trains from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $255 (€204) but you can travel from only $118 (€94) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:19, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 3h 31m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $255 (€204) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 31m |
First train 02:19 |
Last train 19:42 |
Train companies: Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA trainsMetro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Mount Vernon, NY and Cambridge, MA from $118 (€94). 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 Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA 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 Cambridge, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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