- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€194
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tysons, VA 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 Tysons, VA to New York, NY will cost around €194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 40 trains that leave Tysons, VA for New York, NY on Wed, Aug 05, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 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 Regional
198 Northeast Regional
192 Northeast Regional
90 Palmetto
2150 Acela
2124 NextGen Acela
2154 Acela
2120 NextGen Acela
2118 NextGen Acela
2160 NextGen AcelaTrains from Tysons, VA to New York, NY run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 211 miles (340 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 211 miles (340 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Tysons, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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196 Northeast Regional | 6:08 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h18 | 9:26 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 6:13 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 9:10 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 6:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 10:17 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 7:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 10:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 11:23 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2128 Acela | 8:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 11:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
198 Northeast Regional | 9:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 12:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h11 | 5:11 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
2150 Acela | 4:47 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 7:47 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
170 Northeast Regional | 5:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h22 | 8:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2102 NextGen Acela | 5:48 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 8:54 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
130 Northeast Regional | 6:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 10:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2152 Acela | 6:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 9:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
172 Northeast Regional | 7:06 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h39 | 10:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2104 NextGen Acela | 7:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
112 Northeast Regional | 7:40 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h34 | 11:14 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
56 Vermonter | 8:08 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h13 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2154 Acela | 8:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 11:27 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h25 | 12:15 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 9:29 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h27 | 12:56 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2108 NextGen Acela | 10:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 1:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h39 | 2:14 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h32 | 2:34 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2112 Acela | 11:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 2:53 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 11:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h24 | 3:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
41 Floridian · 148 Northeast Regional | 12:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 6h06 | 6:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian · 178 Northeast Regional | 12:21 PM Rockville Station, Rockville, MD | 7h03 | 7:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 3:54 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 1:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2116 NextGen Acela | 1:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 4:55 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 2:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h24 | 5:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 2:09 PM Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 5h15 | 7:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 2:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 5:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 2:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h32 | 6:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2118 NextGen Acela | 3:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 6:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 3:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h28 | 6:58 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 3:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h28 | 7:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 4:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 7:20 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 5:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h31 | 8:31 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
2120 NextGen Acela | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h58 | 8:03 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most Tysons, VA to New York, NY trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Tysons, VA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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