The cheapest and fastest trains from South Gate, MD to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
4 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from South Gate, 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 South Gate, MD to New York, NY will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave South Gate, MD for New York, NY on Sat, Feb 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 285 km distance in an average of 4 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for South Gate, MD to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from South Gate, MD to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $145.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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$31 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $166 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
South Gate, MD to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for South Gate, MD to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:29 AM South Gate, MD | 2h58 | 1:27 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| Friday, February 27 | ||||||
![]() | 2:43 AM South Gate, MD | 3h02 | 5:45 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
![]() | 3:35 AM South Gate, MD | 6h36 | 10:11 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Compare prices and tickets South Gate, MD to New York, NY by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from South Gate, MD to New York, NY
Trains from South Gate, MD to New York, NY run on average 65 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 65 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:43, the last at 10:29. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 65 |
Direct trains 65 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 02:43 |
Last train 10:29 |
FAQs: Trains from South Gate, MD to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from South Gate, 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 South Gate, 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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