The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Danville, VA
Cheapest price
$350
Average price
$350
Fastest journey
9 h 22 m
Average duration
9 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Danville, VA 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 Danville, VA will cost around $350 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $350.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Danville, VA on Fri, May 08, 1 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 655 km distance in an average of 9 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 9 h 22 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.
7:00 PM9h22New York, NY4:22 AMDanville, VA$3501One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM9h22New York, NY4:22 AMDanville, VA$3501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Danville, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Danville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $40, and a train costs an average of $168.
Distance: 406 miles (655 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$373 Average price | $150 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Danville, VA:
A flight is $224 (€179) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Danville, VA costing on average $373 (€298).
Other travel options to Danville, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 22m.
Tickets start at around $373 (€298) compared to roughly $126 (€100) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-247.66 (€-197.73). The journey takes 9h 22m versus 7h 50m 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 Danville, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Danville, VA trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 PM New York, NY | 9h22 | 4:22 AM Danville, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Danville, VA
Trains from New York, NY to Danville, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $168 (€134) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:28, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 406 miles (655 km) distance in 9h 22m.
Distance 406 miles (655 km) |
Average train duration 9h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $168 (€134) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 22m |
First train 8:28 AM |
Last train 2:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Danville, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Danville, VA from $40 (€32). 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 Danville, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Danville, VA 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 Danville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Danville, VA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Danville Transit offers connections to the station.
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