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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
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Cheapest price
$323
Average price
$520
Fastest journey
1h 21m
Average duration
6h 33m
Flights per day
55
Distance
322 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport, RI to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $201 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport, RI to New York, NY:
A train is $129 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport, RI to New York, NY costing on average $201 (€166).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 16m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (3h 16m by train vs 3h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€60) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Newport, RI to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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95 Northeast Regional | 7:11 AM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h11 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 9:14 AM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h10 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 10:22 AM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h25 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 12:41 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h11 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Newport, RI to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 21:29. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport, RI to New York, 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 York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Newport, RI to New York, NY trains use the Kingston Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newport, RI and New York, NY 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.
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