The cheapest and fastest trains from Potomac, MD to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
49
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Potomac, MD 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 Potomac, MD to New York, NY will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 49 trains that leave Potomac, MD for New York, NY on Mon, May 11, 44 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 11 the direct trains cover the 332 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Mon, May 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
66 Northeast Regional10:00 PM7h11Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:11 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$251One-way0 transfers
198 Northeast Regional9:15 PM3h30Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:45 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$571One-way0 transfers
66 Northeast Regional9:12 PM7h59Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA5:11 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$851One-way0 transfers
196 Northeast Regional6:08 PM3h18Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:26 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$991One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto7:57 PM3h26Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:23 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$991One-way0 transfers
2150 Acela5:00 AM2h48Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:48 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$2121One-way0 transfers
2126 NextGen Acela6:13 PM2h55Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:08 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1401One-way0 transfers
2162 Acela9:26 AM2h58Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:24 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$3861One-way0 transfers
2124 NextGen Acela5:25 PM2h58Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:23 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1111One-way0 transfers
2122 Acela4:50 PM2h59Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Potomac, MD to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Potomac, MD to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Potomac, MD to New York, NY:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Potomac, MD to New York, NY costing on average $59 (€47).
A bus is $128 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Potomac, MD to New York, NY costing on average $168 (€134).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 25m.
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
The journey is about 18m faster (3h 25m by train vs 3h 43m by car) and roughly $43 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($59 (€47) vs $102 (€81)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Potomac, MD to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Potomac, MD to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 AM Potomac, MD | 3h30 | 4:45 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 AM Potomac, MD | 7h11 | 10:11 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Potomac, MD to New York, NY
Trains from Potomac, MD to New York, NY run on average 40 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 40 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Potomac, MD to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Potomac, MD 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 Potomac, MD to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Potomac, MD 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 Potomac, MD 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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