The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, CT 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 Riverside, CT to New York, NY will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 1 trains that leave Riverside, CT for New York, NY on Sat, May 30, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest trains will take 48 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.
1:04 AM0h48Riverside, CT1:52 AMNew York, NY$71One-way0 transfers
1:04 AM0h48Riverside, CT1:52 AMNew York, NY$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Riverside, CT to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 31 miles (51 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Riverside, CT to New York, NY:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Riverside, CT to New York, NY costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
Tickets start at around $12 (€9) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.66 (€-2.95). The journey takes 1h 2m versus 1h 2m 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
Riverside, CT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
175 Northeast Regional | 6:43 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0h55 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2193 Acela | 8:51 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0h55 | 9:46 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
177 Northeast Regional | 9:04 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0h48 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 29 | |||||
![]() | 1:04 AM Riverside, CT | 0h48 | 1:52 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 9:55 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 1h07 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
179 Northeast Regional | 11:00 PM Stamford Station, Stamford, CT | 0h49 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Riverside, CT to New York, NY by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CT to New York, NY
Trains from Riverside, CT to New York, NY run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (51 km) distance in 48m.
Distance 31 miles (51 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 5:27 AM |
Last train 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Riverside, CT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Riverside, CT and New York, NY from $7 (€5). 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 Riverside, CT to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, CT 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 Riverside, CT 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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