The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to New Britain, CT
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to New Britain, CT 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 New Britain, CT will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 4 trains that leave New York, NY for New Britain, CT on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
12:00 PM2h17New York, NY2:17 PMNew Britain, CT$261One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM2h17New York, NY1:17 PMNew Britain, CT$271One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM4h03New York, NY7:23 PMNew Britain, CT$291One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM2h31New York, NY2:31 AMNew Britain, CT$591One-way0 transfers
12:00 PM2h17New York, NY2:17 PMNew Britain, CT$261One-way0 transfers
11:00 AM2h17New York, NY1:17 PMNew Britain, CT$271One-way0 transfers
12:00 AM2h31New York, NY2:31 AMNew Britain, CT$591One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM4h03New York, NY7:23 PMNew Britain, CT$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New York, NY to New Britain, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to New Britain, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to New Britain, CT:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to New Britain, CT costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to New Britain, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
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 New Britain, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to New Britain, CT trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM New York, NY | 2h31 | 2:31 AM New Britain, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM New York, NY | 2h17 | 1:17 PM New Britain, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM New York, NY | 2h17 | 2:17 PM New Britain, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM New York, NY | 4h03 | 7:23 PM New Britain, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to New Britain, CT
Trains from New York, NY to New Britain, CT run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 4:51 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to New Britain, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and New Britain, CT from $20 (€16). 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 New Britain, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to New Britain, CT 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 New Britain, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to New Britain, CT
Most New York, NY to New Britain, CT trains use the Penn Station to Hartford Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and New Britain, CT 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 New Britain, CT 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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