- Must visit
Yale University Art Gallery
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 38 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to New Haven, 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 Haven, CT will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 27 trains that leave New York, NY for New Haven, CT on Wed, Aug 26, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 112 km distance in an average of 1 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
136 Northeast Regional
56 Vermonter
148 Northeast Regional
136 Northeast Regional
148 Northeast Regional
2154 Acela
2160 NextGen Acela
56 Vermonter
2158 NextGen Acela
66 Northeast RegionalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to New Haven, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $11.
Distance: 69 miles (112 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to New Haven, CT:
A bus is $71 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to New Haven, CT costing on average $97.
Other travel options to New Haven, CT take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
Tickets start at around $97 compared to roughly $38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-58.96. The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 39m 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.
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to New Haven, CT trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional | 5:44 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h40 | 7:24 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional · 3590 AMTRAK | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h07 | 9:48 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
190 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h12 | 10:53 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
190 Northeast Regional | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 9:32 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
190 Northeast Regional · 3490 AMTRAK | 7:41 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h07 | 9:48 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional · 470 Amtrak Hartford Line | 8:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h08 | 10:53 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional | 8:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h51 | 10:36 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2152 Acela | 10:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h43 | 11:43 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 11:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h44 | 12:44 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 11:33 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h38 | 1:11 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2154 Acela | 11:40 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h37 | 1:17 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 Northeast Regional · 486 Valley Flyer | 1:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h02 | 3:12 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
182 Northeast Regional | 1:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h41 | 2:51 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h42 | 4:11 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 4:04 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h39 | 5:43 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h54 | 7:01 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional · 494 Valley Flyer | 5:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h09 | 7:47 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional | 5:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h47 | 7:25 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 6:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h37 | 7:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 6:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h23 | 9:03 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 6:40 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h52 | 8:32 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h47 | 8:59 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 7:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h50 | 9:40 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional · 478 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h12 | 10:02 PM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
136 Northeast Regional | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h50 | 10:40 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 8:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2h22 | 11:12 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
2190 NextGen Acela | 5:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1h43 | 7:10 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New York, NY to New Haven, CT run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $8 by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 69 miles (112 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 69 miles (112 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 10:35 PM |
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Discover the best of New Haven, CT — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Haven, CT trip today.
Yale's premier art museum spans ancient to modern works in landmark architecture. A must for world-class collections and free admission.
Renowned museum of rare books and manuscripts, famous for its translucent marble building and a Gutenberg Bible on display.
Major natural history museum known for dinosaur fossils, minerals, and cultural exhibits, recently renewed with modern galleries.
Historic central green framed by churches and civic buildings. It is the city's signature gathering place and best starting point downtown.
Beloved hilltop park with traprock cliffs, trails, and sweeping city views. Popular for hiking, photos, and local outdoor culture.
Tree-lined neighborhood centered on Yale's colleges, museums, and courtyards. Best area for architecture spotting and campus wandering.
New Haven-style apizza is coal-fired, thin, chewy, and lightly charred. It is the city’s signature food and a defining local tradition.
White clam pizza tops apizza with fresh clams, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and grated cheese. It is a New Haven original made famous locally.
Italian ice is a smooth frozen fruit dessert sold in classic neighborhood stands. It is a beloved warm-weather treat in New Haven.
Beloved neighborhood stand serving Italian ice and frozen treats. A simple, nostalgic stop for a classic local dessert in East Rock.
Legendary casual pizzeria on Wooster Street, known for coal-fired apizza and the original white clam pie. Bustling, historic, and quintessentially New Haven.
Refined farm-to-table restaurant highlighting seasonal New England ingredients with polished service. One of New Haven’s best-known upscale dining rooms.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels can be pricey on peak dates, dining is mid-range, and local buses are relatively affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis: 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to New Haven, 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 Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to New Haven, CT trains use the Penn Station to Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at New Haven, State St and RR Station. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and New Haven, CT 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.
Union Station is 1 km from New Haven city centre. Public transport options include:
Union 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: Union League Cafe, Zinc New Haven
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Union Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Union Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Study at Yale, Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, New Haven Hotel.
New Haven, State St and RR Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Haven, State St and RR Station.
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