The cheapest and fastest trains from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Cheapest price
$294
Average price
$541
Fastest journey
3 h 31 m
Average duration
3 h 55 m
Trains per day
11
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 $541 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $294.
It's difficult to get from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA without transferring at least once.
10:34 AM4h46Mount Vernon, NY3:20 PMCambridge, MA$2941One-way1 transfer
2:04 PM4h52Mount Vernon, NY6:56 PMCambridge, MA$2941One-way1 transfer
7:14 PM4h29Mount Vernon, NY11:43 PMCambridge, MA$2941One-way1 transfer
7:42 PM4h28Mount Vernon, NY12:10 AMCambridge, MA$2941One-way1 transfer
2:19 AM7h05Mount Vernon, NY9:24 AMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
8:02 AM3h31Mount Vernon, NY11:33 AMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
4:52 PM3h52Mount Vernon, NY8:44 PMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
8:36 AM4h03Mount Vernon, NY12:39 PMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
9:35 AM4h04Mount Vernon, NY1:39 PMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
12:04 PM4h06Mount Vernon, NY4:10 PMCambridge, MA$6821One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $313.
Distance: 173 miles (279 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA costing on average $90 (€74).
A bus is $274 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA costing on average $313 (€258).
Other travel options to Cambridge, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 59m.
Bus takes on average 4h 55m.
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 today, Sunday, June 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h16 | 9:49 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:04 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 3h53 | 10:57 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:33 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h36 | 1:09 AM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 29 | |||||
![]() | 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 | |
![]() | 12:04 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h06 | 4:10 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:04 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 4h52 | 6:56 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:52 PM Mount Vernon, NY | 3h52 | 8:44 PM Cambridge, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA
Trains from Mount Vernon, NY to Cambridge, MA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 23:44, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 173 miles (279 km) distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 173 miles (279 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 11:44 PM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 $39 (€32). 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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