The cheapest and fastest trains from Arlington, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£71
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
59
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Arlington, VA to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arlington, VA to New York, NY will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.
Of the 59 trains that leave Arlington, VA for New York, NY every day 57 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
130 Northeast Regional6:423h20New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD10:02Penn Station, New York, NY£711One-way0 changes
90 Palmetto20:083h15New Carrollton Amtrak Station, New Carrollton, MD23:23Penn Station, New York, NY£711One-way0 changes
90 Palmetto19:573h26Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:23Penn Station, New York, NY£721One-way0 changes
130 Northeast Regional6:303h32Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:02Penn Station, New York, NY£721One-way0 changes
170 Northeast Regional5:053h22Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:27Penn Station, New York, NY£721One-way0 changes
2150 Acela5:002h48Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:48Penn Station, New York, NY£1771One-way0 changes
2126 NextGen Acela18:132h55Washington Union Station, Washington, DC21:08Penn Station, New York, NY£2611One-way0 changes
2124 NextGen Acela17:252h58Washington Union Station, Washington, DC20:23Penn Station, New York, NY£2611One-way0 changes
2162 Acela9:262h58Washington Union Station, Washington, DC12:24Penn Station, New York, NY£3071One-way0 changes
2122 Acela16:502h59Washington Union Station, Washington, DC19:49Penn Station, New York, NY£2611One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Arlington, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Arlington, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 334 km
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4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Arlington, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Arlington, VA to New York, NY run on average 54 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 51 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 334 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 334 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 54 |
Direct trains 51 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 23:28 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Arlington, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Arlington, VA and New York, NY from £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: Arlington, VA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Arlington, VA 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
Important Stations and Airports in Arlington, VA and 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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