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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT to New York, NY will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 3 trains that leave Waterbury, CT for New York, NY on Tue, Dec 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 train and bus for Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€32 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Waterbury, CT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterbury, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 Northeast Regional | 10:13 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h42 | 12:55 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 495 Amtrak Hartford Line · 95 Northeast Regional | 12:58 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h24 | 3:22 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| 125 Northeast Regional | 1:32 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h49 | 4:21 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 471 Valley Flyer · 171 Northeast Regional | 2:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h38 | 5:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| 473 Amtrak Hartford Line · 173 Northeast Regional | 5:59 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h53 | 8:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| 55 Vermonter | 8:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h36 | 11:25 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 475 Amtrak Hartford Line · 175 Northeast Regional | 9:49 PM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h36 | 12:25 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 23 | |||||
| 417 Amtrak Hartford Line · 177 Northeast Regional | 12:34 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h18 | 2:52 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| 479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 67 Northeast Regional | 1:34 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 2h28 | 4:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
| 479 Amtrak Hartford Line · 179 Northeast Regional | 1:34 AM Meriden Amtrak Station, Meriden, CT | 3h15 | 4:49 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
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Trains from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 05:13 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Waterbury, CT and New York, NY from $18 (€14). 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 Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterbury, CT 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 Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rental
Information 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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