The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Branford, CT
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Branford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Branford, CT will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Branford, CT without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New York, NY to Branford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Branford, CT 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 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €10.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
New York, NY to Branford, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Branford, CT trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:47 AM New York, NY | 3h34 | 5:21 AM Branford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:00 AM New York, NY | 2h25 | 9:25 AM Branford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:20 AM New York, NY | 2h37 | 10:57 AM Branford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:11 AM New York, NY | 2h01 | 1:12 PM Branford, CT | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:08 PM New York, NY | 2h07 | 4:15 PM Branford, CT | 1 transfer |
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Why should you book New York to Branford trains with Omio?
Amtrak as well as Amtrak Acela and Metro-North Railroad (MNR) offer trains services from New York to Branford. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from New York to Branford.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Amtrak, but also compare tickets for the likes of Amtrak Acela and Metro-North Railroad (MNR) to find the best option for your trip from New York to Branford.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from New York to Branford.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Amtrak tickets can be bought on Amtrak's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of Amtrak Acela and Metro-North Railroad (MNR) to help you choose the right option for your journey from New York to Branford.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from New York to Branford.
Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Branford, CT
Trains from New York, NY to Branford, CT run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 40m |
First train 05:27 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from New York, NY to Branford, CT trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between New York, NY and Branford, CT from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Metro-North Railroad (MNR)
FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Branford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Branford, CT 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 Branford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Branford, CT
- 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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