The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport, RI to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport, RI to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport, RI to New York, NY will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 9 trains that leave Newport, RI for New York, NY on Thu, May 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 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.
179 Northeast Regional8:50 PM2h59Kingston Station, Kingston, RI11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$441One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional12:41 PM3h11Kingston Station, Kingston, RI3:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1211One-way0 transfers
175 Northeast Regional4:17 PM3h21Kingston Station, Kingston, RI7:38 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1601One-way0 transfers
137 Northeast Regional2:41 PM3h28Kingston Station, Kingston, RI6:09 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1601One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional7:44 PM3h18Kingston Station, Kingston, RI11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1601One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional8:50 PM2h59Kingston Station, Kingston, RI11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$441One-way0 transfers
171 Northeast Regional9:14 AM3h10Kingston Station, Kingston, RI12:24 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$2001One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional12:41 PM3h11Kingston Station, Kingston, RI3:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1211One-way0 transfers
95 Northeast Regional7:11 AM3h11Kingston Station, Kingston, RI10:22 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$2431One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional7:44 PM3h18Kingston Station, Kingston, RI11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Newport, RI to New York, NY
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 $19. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$74 Average price Cheapest | $205 Average price | $55 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) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newport, RI to New York, NY:
A train is $131 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newport, RI to New York, NY costing on average $205 (€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 $74 (€60) compared to roughly $55 (€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.
Live departures
Newport, RI to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport, RI to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
137 Northeast Regional | 2:41 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h28 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 4:17 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h21 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 6:34 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h18 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 7:44 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 3h18 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 8:50 PM Kingston Station, Kingston, RI | 2h59 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport, RI to New York, NY
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 $19 (€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 $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 9:29 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Newport, RI to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Newport, RI and New York, NY from $19 (€15). 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 Newport, RI to New York, NY
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newport, RI to New York, 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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