The cheapest and fastest trains from Norristown, PA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norristown, PA 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 Norristown, PA to New York, NY will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 trains that leave Norristown, PA for New York, NY on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
1:07 AM1h56Norristown, PA3:03 AMNew York, NY$311One-way0 transfers
1:07 AM1h56Norristown, PA3:03 AMNew York, NY$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Norristown, PA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norristown, PA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Norristown, PA to New York, NY:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Norristown, PA to New York, NY costing on average $55 (€45).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 1m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Norristown, PA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Norristown, PA to New York, NY trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:06 PM Norristown, PA | 2h06 | 12:12 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
![]() | 1:07 AM Norristown, PA | 1h56 | 3:03 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norristown, PA to New York, NY
Trains from Norristown, PA to New York, NY run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 51m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 51m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Norristown, PA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Norristown, PA and New York, NY from $24 (€19). 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 Norristown, PA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norristown, PA 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 Norristown, PA 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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