How to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vancouver, BC to New York, NY

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of $257 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 3.9 - 9.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $257, while a train costs an average of $675.

Distance: 2425 miles (3904 km)

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$257

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$257

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$832

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8h 1m

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87h 38m

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87h 8m

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95h 1m

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94h 31m

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44h 37m

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3.9 - 9.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is a flight with an average price of $257.

This is compared to other travel options from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY:

A flight is $0.10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY costing on average $257.

A flight is $417 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY costing on average $675.

The fastest way to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 1m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 87h 38m.

Train takes on average 95h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vancouver, BC and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 38h 36m sooner (6h 1m by flight vs 44h 37m by car) and save roughly $575 compared to fuel and tolls ($257 vs $832). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY

How to get from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus+American AirlinesAA707 · AA1248
    2:45 AM17h29
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    11:14 PMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $2241One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus+American AirlinesAA707 · AA1248
    2:45 AM17h29
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    11:14 PMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $2241One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Air CanadaAC548
    8:30 AM5h03
    Vancouver
    4:33 PMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $3451One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound · · ·
    2:45 AM77h50
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    11:35 AMNew York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY
    $2351One-way
    4 transfers
  • Greyhound · · ·
    2:45 AM78h10
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    11:55 AMNew York, 28 Allen St., NY
    $2371One-way
    5 transfers
  • Greyhound · · ·
    2:45 AM79h30
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    1:15 PMNew York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY
    $2371One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+skywest airlinesAA6438+Greyhound+American AirlinesAA10
    9:00 AM17h58
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    5:58 AMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $2241One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+envoy airAA3934+Greyhound+American AirlinesAA1587
    9:00 AM18h00
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    6:00 AMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $2241One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+American AirlinesAA30+Greyhound+skywest airlinesAA6438
    9:00 AM19h21
    Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station)
    7:21 AMJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
    $2241One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY

Travel to New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Vancouver, BC and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is a flight with an average price of $257.

This is compared to other travel options from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY:

A flight is $0.10 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY costing on average $257.

A flight is $417 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY costing on average $675.

The fastest way to travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 1m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 87h 38m.

Train takes on average 95h 1m.

The distance from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is approximately 2425 miles (3904 km).
The average frequency per day from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY is:
  • Around 110 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vancouver, BC and New York, NY as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vancouver and arrive in Newark Liberty International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vancouver Pacific Central Station, Vancouver, BC and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vancouver, Station St (Pacific Central Station) and arrive in New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to New York, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Air Canada, American Airlines, United, JetBlue Airways to go to New York, NY by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New York, NY by train.
Omio customers who travel from Vancouver, BC to New York, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, Boston, MA, Philadelphia, PA, Atlantic City, NJ, Niagara Falls, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New York, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in New York, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.
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