The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY 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 Canandaigua, NY will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 4 trains that leave New York, NY for Canandaigua, NY on Tue, May 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct trains cover the 363 km distance in an average of 6 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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.
5:20 PM6h55New York, NY12:15 AMCanandaigua, NY$641One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM7h08New York, NY10:28 PMCanandaigua, NY$731One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM6h58New York, NY7:13 PMCanandaigua, NY$751One-way0 transfers
6:20 PM6h55New York, NY1:15 AMCanandaigua, NY$1061One-way0 transfers
6:20 PM6h55New York, NY1:15 AMCanandaigua, NY$1061One-way0 transfers
5:20 PM6h55New York, NY12:15 AMCanandaigua, NY$641One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM6h58New York, NY7:13 PMCanandaigua, NY$751One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM7h08New York, NY10:28 PMCanandaigua, NY$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $80.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $173 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY:
A train is $82 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY costing on average $173 (€139).
Other travel options to Canandaigua, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 0m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€73) compared to roughly $63 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-28.23 (€-22.77). The journey takes 7h 0m versus 4h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
63 Maple Leaf | 7:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h00 | 2:15 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
281 Empire Service | 10:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h08 | 5:28 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
283 Empire Service | 1:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h57 | 8:17 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 7h43 | 11:23 PM Rochester station, Rochester, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY
Trains from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 7h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 55m |
First train 5:33 AM |
Last train 3:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Canandaigua, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Canandaigua, NY from $63 (€51). 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 York, NY to Canandaigua, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Canandaigua, 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 Canandaigua, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Canandaigua, 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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