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Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)
Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
Cheapest price
$278
Average price
$412
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 6 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 13 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1764 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL will cost around $412 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $278.
Of the 8 trains that leave West New York, NJ for Miami, FL on Tue, May 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 1764 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 6 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 1 d 9 h 9 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.
97 Silver Meteor
97 Silver Meteor
647 Keystone Service · 97 Silver Meteor
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian
97 Silver Meteor
647 Keystone Service · 97 Silver Meteor
97 Silver Meteor
2151 NextGen Acela+
41 Floridian
2151 NextGen Acela+
41 FloridianOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $156. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $156, and a train costs an average of $411.
Distance: 1096 miles (1764 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$468 Average price | $194 Average price Cheapest | $346 Average price | $262 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
28h 25m Average total duration 27h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 53m Average total duration 37h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL:
A flight is $152 (€122) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL costing on average $346 (€279).
A flight is $274 (€221) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL costing on average $468 (€377).
Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 27h 55m.
Bus takes on average 37h 23m.
Tickets start at around $468 (€377) compared to roughly $262 (€211) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-206.26 (€-166.23). The journey takes 27h 55m versus 20h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for West New York, NJ to Miami, FL trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
97 Silver Meteor | 2:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 28h29 | 6:59 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
647 Keystone Service · 97 Silver Meteor | 2:34 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 28h25 | 6:59 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 2:53 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 28h06 | 6:59 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 19 | |||||
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 8:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 33h46 | 6:09 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 8:39 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 33h30 | 6:09 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
141 Northeast Regional · 41 Floridian | 8:44 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 33h25 | 6:09 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
2151 NextGen Acela+ 41 Floridian | 9:00 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 33h09 | 6:09 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
2151 NextGen Acela+ 41 Floridian | 9:15 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 32h54 | 6:09 PM Miami Station, Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $411 (€331) but you can travel from only $156 (€125) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 14:53. The fastest train covers the 1096 miles (1764 km) distance in 28h 6m.
Distance 1096 miles (1764 km) |
Average train duration 27h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $411 (€331) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 28h 6m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 2:53 PM |
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Major contemporary art museum on Biscayne Bay, known for international exhibitions, striking architecture, and bayfront hanging gardens.
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World-famous strip lined with pastel Art Deco buildings, palm views, and nonstop Miami Beach energy.
Street-art-heavy neighborhood zone packed with murals, galleries, and highly shareable photo spots popular with visitors.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tips are expected in most service settings.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from West New York, NJ to Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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