The cheapest and fastest trains from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New Paltz, 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 New Paltz, NY to New York, NY will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 2 trains that leave New Paltz, NY for New York, NY on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 1 h 35 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.
2:15 PM1h30New Paltz, NY3:45 PMNew York, NY$301One-way0 transfers
1:40 AM1h35New Paltz, NY3:15 AMNew York, NY$521One-way0 transfers
2:15 PM1h30New Paltz, NY3:45 PMNew York, NY$301One-way0 transfers
1:40 AM1h35New Paltz, NY3:15 AMNew York, NY$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New Paltz, NY to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m 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 New Paltz, NY to New York, NY:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
The journey is about 9m faster (1h 35m by train vs 1h 44m by car) and roughly $18 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€28) vs $53 (€42)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
New Paltz, NY to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for New Paltz, NY to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 PM New Paltz, NY | 1h35 | 7:45 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:48 PM New Paltz, NY | 1h36 | 10:24 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 1:40 AM New Paltz, NY | 1h35 | 3:15 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY
Trains from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 1:56 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from New Paltz, NY to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New Paltz, NY and New York, NY from $28 (€23). 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 New Paltz, NY to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Paltz, 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 New Paltz, 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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