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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Claymont, DE
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
2 h 13 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Claymont, DE 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 Claymont, DE will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Claymont, DE on Sun, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 13 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
10:50 AM2h13New York, NY1:03 PMClaymont, DE$791One-way0 transfers
- 10:50 AM2h13New York, NY1:03 PMClaymont, DE$791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Claymont, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Claymont, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $384.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $490 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 12m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m 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 Claymont, DE:
A bus is $0.36 (€0.30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Claymont, DE costing on average $41 (€34).
A bus is $449 (€370) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Claymont, DE costing on average $490 (€403).
Other travel options to Claymont, DE take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
Flight takes on average 7h 12m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (1h 33m by train vs 2h 1m by car). Tickets start at around $41 (€34) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
New York, NY to Claymont, DE train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Claymont, DE trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:17 PM New York, NY | 1h47 | 8:04 PM Claymont, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
| 10:50 AM New York, NY | 2h13 | 1:03 PM Claymont, DE | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Claymont, DE
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Trains from New York, NY to Claymont, DE run on average 48 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 1h 47m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 48 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 1h 47m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Claymont, DE trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Claymont, DE from $13 (€10). 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 Claymont, DE
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Claymont, DE 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 Claymont, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Claymont, DE
Most New York, NY to Claymont, DE trains use the Penn Station to Wilmington Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Claymont, DE train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which New York, NY station do trains to Claymont, DE leave from?
Getting to Penn Station from New York city centre
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage and lost property
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. .
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
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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