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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, 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 Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 19 trains that leave Union Station, New Haven, CT for Penn Station, New York, NY on Wed, May 27, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
55 Vermonter4:31 PM1h40Union Station, New Haven, CT6:11 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$241One-way0 transfers- 141 Northeast Regional6:12 AM1h43Union Station, New Haven, CT7:55 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$321One-way0 transfers
- 125 Northeast Regional9:35 AM1h46Union Station, New Haven, CT11:21 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$561One-way0 transfers
- 179 Northeast Regional10:12 PM1h37Union Station, New Haven, CT11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$561One-way0 transfers
- 175 Northeast Regional5:55 PM1h43Union Station, New Haven, CT7:38 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$561One-way0 transfers
2167 Acela3:16 PM1h34Union Station, New Haven, CT4:50 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1021One-way0 transfers- 2163 Acela1:13 PM1h36Union Station, New Haven, CT2:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1251One-way0 transfers
- 2155 NextGen Acela9:14 AM1h36Union Station, New Haven, CT10:50 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$3501One-way0 transfers
- 179 Northeast Regional10:12 PM1h37Union Station, New Haven, CT11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$561One-way0 transfers
- 177 Northeast Regional8:13 PM1h39Union Station, New Haven, CT9:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Penn Station, New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 7m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 44m by train vs 1h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Amtrak, Amtrak.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 173 Northeast Regional | 2:07 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h45 | 3:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2167 Acela | 3:16 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h34 | 4:50 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 137 Northeast Regional | 4:21 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h48 | 6:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 55 Vermonter | 4:31 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h40 | 6:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2171 Acela | 5:24 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h44 | 7:08 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 175 Northeast Regional | 5:55 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h43 | 7:38 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 177 Northeast Regional | 8:13 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 9:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 67 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h52 | 11:02 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 179 Northeast Regional | 10:12 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h37 | 11:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
| 141 Northeast Regional | 6:12 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h43 | 7:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2151 NextGen Acela | 7:07 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h44 | 8:51 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 95 Northeast Regional | 8:43 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h39 | 10:22 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2155 NextGen Acela | 9:14 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h36 | 10:50 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 125 Northeast Regional | 9:35 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 11:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 171 Northeast Regional | 10:38 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h46 | 12:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2159 NextGen Acela | 11:11 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h40 | 12:51 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 93 Northeast Regional | 11:58 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h49 | 1:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 85 Northeast Regional | 12:42 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h47 | 2:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2163 Acela | 1:13 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1h36 | 2:49 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY
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Trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $11 (€8) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 22:49. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 12:13 AM |
Last train 10:49 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Union Station, New Haven, CT and Penn Station, New York, NY from $11 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Union Station, CT to Penn Station, NY
Traveling between Union Station in Connecticut and Penn Station in New York City is a convenient journey made easy by Amtrak. With frequent departures throughout the day, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the way. The trip typically takes around 2 hours, making it an ideal option for both business travelers and tourists looking to explore the vibrant culture of NYC after departing from CT.
Train Connection: Union Station, CT to Penn Station, NY
The train connection between Union Station in Connecticut and Penn Station in New York offers a direct service with a duration of 1 hour and 39 minutes. There are up to 6 connections available per day, making it convenient for travelers looking to commute between these two cities without the need for transfers.
Union Station, CT to Penn Station, NY
The first daily journey departs from Union Station at 20:04 and arrives at Penn Station by 23:06. This connection offers travelers a convenient option for evening travel between these two cities.
Train Tickets Price from Union Station, CT to Penn Station, NY
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Union Station in Connecticut and Penn Station in New York is $11 (10€). This offers a budget-friendly option for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities.
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FAQs: Trains from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, 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 Penn Station, New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Union Station, New Haven, CT to Penn Station, New York, NY
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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