The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield, MA will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 2 trains that leave New York, NY for Pittsfield, MA on Sun, May 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
3:20 PM5h10New York, NY8:30 PMPittsfield, MA$1231One-way0 transfers
4:20 PM5h10New York, NY9:30 PMPittsfield, MA$1281One-way0 transfers
4:20 PM5h10New York, NY9:30 PMPittsfield, MA$1281One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM5h10New York, NY8:30 PMPittsfield, MA$1231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 126 miles (203 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest | $238 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m 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 Pittsfield, MA:
A bus is $66 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA costing on average $121 (€97).
A bus is $183 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Pittsfield, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 39m.
Bus takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around $121 (€97) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-78.67 (€-63.34). The journey takes 3h 39m versus 2h 49m 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 Pittsfield, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
233 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 11:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 5h10 | 4:30 PM Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA
Trains from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 11:20, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (203 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 126 miles (203 km) |
Average train duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 11:20 AM |
Last train 4:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Pittsfield, MA from $39 (€31). 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 Pittsfield, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Pittsfield, 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 Pittsfield, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Pittsfield, MA
- 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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