The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
9 h 13 m
Average duration
9 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
507 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 1 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 507 km distance in an average of 9 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 13 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 9 h 13 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.
43 Pennsylvanian10:52 AM9h13Penn Station, New York, NY8:05 PMPittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA$1251One-way0 transfers
43 Pennsylvanian10:52 AM9h13Penn Station, New York, NY8:05 PMPittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA$1251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 315 miles (507 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$171 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 44m Average total duration 9h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA costing on average $171 (€138).
A bus is $111 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA costing on average $198 (€160).
Other travel options to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 6m.
Train takes on average 9h 14m.
Tickets start at around $171 (€138) compared to roughly $138 (€111) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.20 (€-26.80). The journey takes 9h 14m versus 5h 59m 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
Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43 Pennsylvanian | 10:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 9h13 | 8:05 PM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:52, the last at 16:11. The fastest train covers the 315 miles (507 km) distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 315 miles (507 km) |
Average train duration 9h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 2:52 PM |
Last train 4:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Amtrak from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Penn Station, New York, NY and Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA from $40 (€32). 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penn Station, New York, NY to Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 9:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking garages in the vicinity.
- The Commoner
- Union Standard
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown
- The Westin Pittsburgh
- Omni William Penn Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Pittsburgh Light Rail nearby


