The cheapest and fastest trains from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$226
Average price
$363
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1643 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St. Petersburg, FL 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 St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY will cost around $363 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $226.
Of the 2 trains that leave St. Petersburg, FL for New York, NY on Sat, May 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 1643 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 55 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 55 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.
1:45 PM25h55St. Petersburg, FL3:40 PMNew York, NY$2261One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM25h55St. Petersburg, FL2:40 PMNew York, NY$4991One-way0 transfers
1:45 PM25h55St. Petersburg, FL3:40 PMNew York, NY$2261One-way0 transfers
12:45 PM25h55St. Petersburg, FL2:40 PMNew York, NY$4991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $111. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $111, and a train costs an average of $160.
Distance: 1020 miles (1643 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$335 Average price | $251 Average price | $227 Average price Cheapest | $297 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 35m Average total duration 25h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 15m Average total duration 29h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY:
A bus is $34 (€28) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY costing on average $261 (€208).
A bus is $108 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY costing on average $335 (€267).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 25h 5m.
Bus takes on average 29h 45m.
Tickets start at around $335 (€267) compared to roughly $297 (€237) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.49 (€-29.92). The journey takes 25h 5m versus 17h 7m 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
St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY trains for today, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 30h45 | 1:45 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 9 | |||||
![]() | 12:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 25h55 | 2:40 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:45 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 25h55 | 3:40 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY
Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 25h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€136) but you can travel from only $64 (€51) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 15:00. The fastest train covers the 1020 miles (1643 km) distance in 25h 33m.
Distance 1020 miles (1643 km) |
Average train duration 25h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€136) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 25h 33m |
First train 8:02 AM |
Last train 3:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between St. Petersburg, FL and New York, NY from $86 (€69). 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 St. Petersburg, FL to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Petersburg, FL 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 St. Petersburg, FL 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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