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National Cryptologic Museum
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Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
287 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Hanover, MD 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 Hanover, MD will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 1 trains that leave New York, NY for Hanover, MD on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 287 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 53 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Hanover, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 178 miles (287 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€66 Average price | €41 Average price Cheapest | €143 Average price | €56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 9m 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 Hanover, MD:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Hanover, MD costing on average €66.
A bus is €102 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Hanover, MD costing on average €143.
Other travel options to Hanover, MD take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 44m.
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (2h 44m by train vs 3h 9m by car). Tickets start at around €66 compared to roughly €56 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.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Hanover, MD trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89 Palmetto | 6:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h57 | 8:59 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 7:04 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h21 | 10:25 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 7:25 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h06 | 10:31 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2109 NextGen Acela | 8:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h34 | 10:54 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 8:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h48 | 11:11 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h32 | 11:32 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 9:25 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h53 | 12:18 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h59 | 1:34 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 11:16 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h59 | 2:15 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 11:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h04 | 2:39 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2115 NextGen Acela | 11:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h30 | 2:25 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 12:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h02 | 3:12 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 12:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h06 | 3:46 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h12 | 5:12 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 2:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h48 | 4:50 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2119 NextGen Acela | 2:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h31 | 4:46 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 3:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h56 | 6:01 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 4:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h55 | 7:00 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 4:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h07 | 7:31 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2167 Acela | 5:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h36 | 7:36 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h00 | 8:47 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2127 NextGen Acela | 6:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h27 | 8:32 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 6:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h51 | 9:18 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 6:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h47 | 9:32 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h57 | 10:49 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 6h55 | 6:18 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New York, NY to Hanover, MD run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 178 miles (287 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 178 miles (287 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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Discover the best of Hanover, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hanover, MD trip today.
Free museum on codes, ciphers, and NSA history with rare artifacts and engaging exhibits for all ages.
Hands-on transportation museum with vintage trolleys, streetcars, and scenic rides on a wooded line.
County history museum in Ellicott City featuring rotating exhibits on regional culture, industry, and people.
Large state park area with hiking, river scenery, and historic sites close to Hanover.
Historic downtown district with walkable streets, preserved buildings, shops, and frequent cultural events.
Nearby waterfront city area with brick streets, harbor views, and one of Maryland’s best urban walks.
Maryland Crab Cakes are pan-seared or broiled cakes of lump blue crab with minimal filler, prized for sweet local crab and Chesapeake Bay seafood heritage.
Steamed Blue Crabs are seasoned heavily and served by the dozen. They are a social Maryland staple tied to Chesapeake Bay summers and local seafood culture.
Cream of Crab Soup is a rich Maryland soup with blue crab, cream, and seasoning. It is a regional restaurant favorite, especially around Annapolis and Baltimore.
Established seafood house famed for crab cakes, oysters, and Chesapeake classics in a relaxed tavern-style atmosphere.
Popular casual spot near Arundel Mills known for refined comfort food, craft cocktails, and a lively polished atmosphere.
Upscale steakhouse at Maryland Live! Casino serving steaks, seafood, and wines in a polished date-night setting.
Moderate for U.S. suburbs near Baltimore and DC; hotels can be higher near BWI, while casual dining and car-based travel are fairly typical.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants; 20% for strong service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often round up or add $1 per drink.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Hanover, MD 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 Hanover, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Hanover, MD trains use the Penn Station to BWI Airport Rail Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Hanover, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
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. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
BWI Airport Rail Station is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
BWI Airport Rail Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Chili's Grill & Bar, Silver Diner
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at BWI Airport Rail Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at BWI Airport Rail Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Baltimore, Hilton Baltimore BWI Airport, Marriott BWI Airport.
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