The cheapest and fastest trains from State College, PA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$224
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
325 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from State College, PA 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 State College, PA to New York, NY will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $224.
Of the 2 trains that leave State College, PA for New York, NY on Fri, Dec 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 12 the direct trains cover the 325 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
On Fri, Dec 12 the slowest trains will take 6 h 33 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 State College, PA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from State College, PA 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 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €201.
Distance: 201 miles (325 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€121 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €448 Average price |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
State College, PA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for State College, PA to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8690 AMTRAK · 654 Keystone Service · 80 Carolinian | 6:15 PM Tyrone Station, Tyrone, PA | 7h20 | 1:35 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 2 transfers | |
8690 AMTRAK · 654 Keystone Service | 6:15 PM Tyrone Station, Tyrone, PA | 6h57 | 1:12 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, December 12 | |||||
![]() | 2:21 PM State College, PA | 6h33 | 8:54 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from State College, PA to New York, NY
Trains from State College, PA to New York, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 201 miles (325 km) distance in 6h 9m.
Distance 201 miles (325 km) |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 9m |
First train 06:40 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from State College, PA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between State College, PA and New York, NY from $35 (€28). 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 State College, PA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from State College, PA 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 State College, PA 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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