The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Trains per day
5
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 $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Waterbury, CT for New York, NY on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 123 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 15 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.
12:34 AM2h18Waterbury, CT2:52 AMNew York, NY$271One-way0 transfers
1:34 AM3h15Waterbury, CT4:49 AMNew York, NY$281One-way0 transfers
11:23 PM2h28Waterbury, CT1:51 AMNew York, NY$281One-way0 transfers
10:13 AM2h42Waterbury, CT12:55 PMNew York, NY$431One-way0 transfers
8:49 PM2h36Waterbury, CT11:25 PMNew York, NY$441One-way0 transfers
12:34 AM2h18Waterbury, CT2:52 AMNew York, NY$271One-way0 transfers
11:23 PM2h28Waterbury, CT1:51 AMNew York, NY$281One-way0 transfers
8:49 PM2h36Waterbury, CT11:25 PMNew York, NY$441One-way0 transfers
10:13 AM2h42Waterbury, CT12:55 PMNew York, NY$431One-way0 transfers
1:34 AM3h15Waterbury, CT4:49 AMNew York, NY$281One-way0 transfers
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 train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY:
A train is $7 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY costing on average $43 (€34).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 24m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.19 (€-4.13). The journey takes 2h 27m versus 1h 52m 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
Waterbury, CT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterbury, CT to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:34 AM Waterbury, CT | 2h18 | 2:52 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:34 AM Waterbury, CT | 3h15 | 4:49 AM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:13 AM Waterbury, CT | 2h42 | 12:55 PM New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY
Trains from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 3 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 18m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
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Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Waterbury, CT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Waterbury, CT and New York, NY from $20 (€16). 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
- 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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