The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
1 h 21 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY 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 Paltz, NY will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 13 trains that leave New York, NY for New Paltz, NY on Thu, May 07, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
281 Empire Service10:20 AM1h23Penn Station, New York, NY11:43 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$291One-way0 transfers
245 Empire Service11:25 PM1h21Penn Station, New York, NY12:46 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$291One-way0 transfers
243 Empire Service9:30 PM1h24Penn Station, New York, NY10:54 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$441One-way0 transfers
233 Empire Service11:20 AM1h25Penn Station, New York, NY12:45 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$441One-way0 transfers
235 Empire Service3:15 PM1h23Penn Station, New York, NY4:38 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$511One-way0 transfers
245 Empire Service11:25 PM1h21Penn Station, New York, NY12:46 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$291One-way0 transfers
241 Empire Service6:46 PM1h22Penn Station, New York, NY8:08 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$761One-way0 transfers
281 Empire Service10:20 AM1h23Penn Station, New York, NY11:43 AMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$291One-way0 transfers
235 Empire Service3:15 PM1h23Penn Station, New York, NY4:38 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$511One-way0 transfers
291 Ethan Allen Express2:19 PM1h23Penn Station, New York, NY3:42 PMPoughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY$591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for New York, NY to New Paltz, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 71 miles (115 km)
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1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to New Paltz, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to New Paltz, NY trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
63 Maple Leaf | 7:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h28 | 8:43 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
69 Adirondack | 8:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h29 | 9:44 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
281 Empire Service | 10:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 11:43 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
233 Empire Service | 11:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 12:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
283 Empire Service | 1:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h25 | 2:45 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
291 Ethan Allen Express | 2:19 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 3:42 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
235 Empire Service | 3:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 4:38 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h27 | 5:07 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
237 Empire Service | 4:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h23 | 6:08 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
239 Empire Service | 5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h35 | 7:22 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
241 Empire Service | 6:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h22 | 8:08 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
243 Empire Service | 9:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h24 | 10:54 PM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
245 Empire Service | 11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h21 | 12:46 AM Poughkeepsie Station, Poughkeepsie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY
Trains from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 71 miles (115 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 71 miles (115 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and New Paltz, NY from $28 (€22). 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 Paltz, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY 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 Paltz, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to New Paltz, NY
- 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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