The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Canton, MA
Cheapest price
$185
Average price
$185
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Canton, MA 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 Canton, MA will cost around $185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $185.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Canton, MA on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 288 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 19 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.
11:12 PM4h19New York, NY3:31 AMCanton, MA$1851One-way0 transfers
11:12 PM4h19New York, NY3:31 AMCanton, MA$1851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Canton, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Canton, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 178 miles (288 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$154 Average price | $247 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Canton, MA:
A bus is $115 (€92) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Canton, MA costing on average $154 (€124).
A bus is $208 (€166) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Canton, MA costing on average $247 (€198).
Other travel options to Canton, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 53m.
Bus takes on average 4h 29m.
Tickets start at around $154 (€124) compared to roughly $43 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-111.52 (€-89.44). The journey takes 3h 53m versus 3h 35m 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 Canton, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Canton, MA trains for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:59 PM New York, NY | 3h48 | 7:47 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM New York, NY | 3h55 | 8:55 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:07 PM New York, NY | 4h21 | 9:28 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:05 PM New York, NY | 3h58 | 10:03 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:10 PM New York, NY | 4h04 | 11:14 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:18 PM New York, NY | 4h25 | 11:43 PM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 4h35 | 12:25 AM Canton, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Canton, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Canton, MA run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 45 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (288 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 178 miles (288 km) |
Average train duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 45 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 5:05 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Canton, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Canton, MA from $25 (€20). 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 Canton, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Canton, MA 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 Canton, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Canton, MA
- 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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