- Must visit
Smith College Museum of Art
College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
Cheapest price on Oct 21
$65
Average ticket price on Oct 21
$80
Fastest journey on Oct 21
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
4 h 21 m
Trains on Oct 21
6
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Northampton, MA 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 Northampton, MA will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
On Wed, Oct 21, we found 6 trains from New York, NY to Northampton, MA, including 6 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 21 the direct trains cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Wed, Oct 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 29 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.










Trains from New York, NY to Northampton, MA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 but you can travel from only $23 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:10, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 3h 1m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 1m |
First train 4:10 AM |
Last train 8:01 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Northampton, MA trains for today, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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56 Vermonter | 11:24 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h33 | 3:57 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 1:01 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h41 | 5:42 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
1194 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 4:55 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 5h12 | 10:07 PM Northampton Station, Northampton, MA | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of Northampton, MA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Northampton, MA trip today.
College art museum featuring American, Asian, and contemporary works, with thoughtful exhibitions and free public access.
Local history museum with changing exhibitions on Northampton's people, architecture, and culture in a central historic building.
Contemporary gallery in Thornes Marketplace showing rotating exhibitions by emerging and established artists in an accessible setting.
Main downtown street lined with shops, historic buildings, music venues, and bookstores; ideal for walking and people-watching.
Large public garden and arboretum at Smith College with ponds, bridges, and winding paths for peaceful walks in every season.
Multi-use rail trail through Northampton popular for walking and cycling, with river views and easy access to neighboring towns.
New England clam chowder is a creamy soup of clams, potatoes, and onions. A regional classic across Massachusetts, it is a staple comfort food locals know well.
Boston baked beans are slow-cooked with molasses and pork. This old New England dish reflects the region's colonial food traditions and Sunday supper culture.
Johnnycake is a cornmeal flatbread or griddle cake rooted in early New England cooking. It is simple, historic, and tied to regional farm ingredients.
Casual bakery and cafe known for artisan bread, pastries, breakfast, and sandwiches. Relaxed neighborhood atmosphere and a longtime local favorite.
Refined but approachable restaurant serving seasonal American fare and craft drinks in a lively downtown setting.
Popular casual spot for inventive sandwiches, soups, and salads. Friendly, quick, and well suited for lunch downtown.
Moderate for a small New England city; lodging can be pricey on busy weekends, while dining is mid-range and local transit costs are low compared with larger US tourist cities.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip only small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Northampton, MA 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 Northampton, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Northampton, MA trains use the Penn Station to Northampton Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Northampton, MA 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.
Northampton Station is 1 km from Northampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Northampton Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Northampton Station.
Wi-Fi is available at Northampton Station. ATMs are available at Northampton Station.
Available at Northampton Station: Taxis, WC.
Available at Northampton Station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Northampton Station.
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