The cheapest and fastest trains from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
30 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mount Vernon, NY 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 Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 3 trains that leave Mount Vernon, NY for New York, NY on Sat, May 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 26 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 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.
1:24 AM0h28Mount Vernon, NY1:52 AMNew York, NY$71One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM0h32Mount Vernon, NY5:02 AMNew York, NY$121One-way0 transfers
11:26 AM0h29Mount Vernon, NY11:55 AMNew York, NY$531One-way0 transfers
1:24 AM0h28Mount Vernon, NY1:52 AMNew York, NY$71One-way0 transfers
11:26 AM0h29Mount Vernon, NY11:55 AMNew York, NY$531One-way0 transfers
4:30 AM0h32Mount Vernon, NY5:02 AMNew York, NY$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 16 miles (26 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
59m Average total duration Fastest 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY costing on average $16 (€13).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 19m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (29m by train vs 47m by car). Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $5 (€4) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:24 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 0h28 | 1:52 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 0h32 | 5:02 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Mount Vernon, NY | 0h29 | 11:55 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY
Trains from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 16 miles (26 km) distance in 28m.
Distance 16 miles (26 km) |
Average train duration 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Mount Vernon, NY to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Mount Vernon, NY and New York, NY from $7 (€6). 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 New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mount Vernon, NY 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 Mount Vernon, NY 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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