- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum Of Art
One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 37 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Haven, 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 New Haven, CT to New York, NY will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 28 trains that leave New Haven, CT for New York, NY on Wed, Jul 08, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
55 Vermonter
141 Northeast Regional
67 Northeast Regional
141 Northeast Regional
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional
2167 Acela
2155 NextGen Acela
179 Northeast Regional
2165 Acela
95 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Haven, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New Haven, CT to New York, NY:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Haven, CT to New York, NY costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 0m.
The journey is about 3m faster (1h 48m by train vs 1h 51m by car) and roughly $4 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $34 (€28)). 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 New Haven, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional | 7:55 PM New Haven, CT | 1h57 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
177 Northeast Regional | 8:13 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional | 8:58 PM New Haven, CT | 2h51 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
179 Northeast Regional | 10:12 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h37 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 8 | |||||
141 Northeast Regional | 5:39 AM New Haven, CT | 2h16 | 7:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 6:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h43 | 7:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 7:07 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h44 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 95 Northeast Regional | 8:16 AM New Haven, CT | 2h06 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
95 Northeast Regional | 8:43 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 9:00 AM New Haven, CT | 2h21 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 9:14 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h36 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 9:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 10:10 AM New Haven, CT | 2h14 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
171 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 11:11 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h40 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 11:58 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h49 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 12:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 173 Northeast Regional | 1:20 PM New Haven, CT | 2h32 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
2165 Acela | 1:26 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h38 | 3:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 2:07 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h45 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h34 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 4:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h48 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 4:31 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h40 | 6:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2171 Acela | 5:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h44 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h43 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New Haven, CT to New York, NY run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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One of the world's great art museums, spanning ancient to modern collections across a vast Fifth Avenue campus.
Leading modern and contemporary art museum known for iconic works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major natural history museum with dinosaur halls, space exhibits, and family-friendly science collections.
The city's iconic urban park with lakes, paths, lawns, and landmarks spread across the heart of Manhattan.
World-famous entertainment crossroads known for giant screens, nonstop energy, and a classic New York atmosphere.
Elevated linear park built on a former rail line, with gardens, art, and distinctive Hudson-side views.
Large, thin-crust slices with a crisp edge and foldable center, sold in classic neighborhood pizzerias. It is one of the city’s most iconic everyday foods.
A classic New York bagel topped with cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, and onion. It reflects the city’s Jewish deli and appetizing-store traditions.
Hand-carved cured beef piled onto rye bread, often served with mustard and a pickle. This deli staple is closely tied to New York’s immigrant food history.
Historic Manhattan steakhouse celebrated for mutton chop, steaks, and a refined classic New York atmosphere.
Legendary casual pizzeria known for classic New York-style slices with a no-frills neighborhood atmosphere.
Well-known spot for bagels, lox, smoked fish, and other Jewish appetizing classics in a polished but traditional setting.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Little or no tip for counter service.
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Most New Haven, CT to New York, NY trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New Haven, CT and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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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