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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 £148 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
On Sat 07 Nov, we found 65 trains from Arlington, VA to New York, NY, including 62 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 334 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
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Trains from Arlington, VA to New York, NY run on average 55 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 52 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 38m.
Distance 334 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 52 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 23:28 |
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The table below shows live departures for Arlington, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Friday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1160 Northeast Regional | 5:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h21 | 8:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1160 Northeast Regional | 5:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h02 | 8:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1162 Northeast Regional | 6:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h05 | 9:25 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1162 Northeast Regional | 6:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h25 | 9:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2148 Acela [NextGen] | 7:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h50 | 10:35 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2148 Acela [NextGen] | 7:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h11 | 10:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 7:52 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h59 | 12:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1152 Northeast Regional | 8:22 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h37 | 11:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1152 Northeast Regional | 8:22 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h15 | 11:37 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela [NextGen] | 8:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h44 | 11:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2150 Acela [NextGen] | 8:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 11:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 9:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h14 | 12:29 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1164 Northeast Regional | 9:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h36 | 12:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2106 Acela [NextGen] | 9:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 12:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2106 Acela [NextGen] | 9:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h42 | 12:32 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1118 Northeast Regional | 10:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 13:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1118 Northeast Regional | 10:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 13:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 10:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 13:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1082 Northeast Regional | 10:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 13:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2152 Acela [NextGen] | 10:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 13:51 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2152 Acela [NextGen] | 10:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 13:33 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 11:27 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h20 | 14:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1088 Northeast Regional | 11:27 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 14:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2114 Acela [NextGen] | 11:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h06 | 15:01 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2114 Acela [NextGen] | 11:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 14:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Northeast Regional | 12:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 15:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1140 Northeast Regional | 12:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h07 | 15:32 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional · 1168 Northeast Regional | 13:02 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h44 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 13:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h13 | 16:18 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1194 Northeast Regional | 13:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h36 | 16:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional · 1168 Northeast Regional | 13:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h12 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 13:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h28 | 18:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2116 Acela [NextGen] | 13:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 16:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2116 Acela [NextGen] | 13:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h42 | 16:27 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Northeast Regional | 14:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 17:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1116 Northeast Regional | 14:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h10 | 17:30 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h07 | 18:42 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 18:17 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h09 | 17:44 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1156 Northeast Regional | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h27 | 18:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
40 Floridian · 1138 Northeast Regional | 14:43 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h17 | 22:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
2118 Acela [NextGen] | 14:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h39 | 17:34 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2118 Acela [NextGen] | 14:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 17:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 15:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h21 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1168 Northeast Regional | 15:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 18:26 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2120 Acela [NextGen] | 15:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h02 | 18:57 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2120 Acela [NextGen] | 15:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h43 | 18:38 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1126 Northeast Regional | 15:58 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h47 | 18:45 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1126 Northeast Regional | 15:58 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h07 | 19:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 16:03 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h32 | 20:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1146 Northeast Regional | 16:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h21 | 19:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1146 Northeast Regional | 16:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 19:24 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela [NextGen] | 16:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 19:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2122 Acela [NextGen] | 16:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h41 | 19:36 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1138 Northeast Regional | 17:09 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h51 | 22:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 17:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 20:12 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 17:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h20 | 20:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1142 Northeast Regional | 17:24 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h09 | 20:33 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
1142 Northeast Regional | 17:24 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 20:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1138 Northeast Regional | 18:10 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h50 | 22:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1138 Northeast Regional | 18:10 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h29 | 21:39 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 18:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h49 | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 19:52 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h31 | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 19:52 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h11 | 23:03 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 21:12 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h59 | 5:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1128 Northeast Regional | 21:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h19 | 0:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1128 Northeast Regional | 21:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 0:15 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 22:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h11 | 5:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 22:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 6h45 | 4:45 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Leading modern art museum with influential works by Van Gogh, Warhol, Picasso, and contemporary artists.
Engaging science museum with a planetarium, dinosaur halls, and exhibits on Earth, space, and human cultures.
Beloved urban park with lakes, lawns, woodlands, cultural sites, and endless walking routes through Manhattan.
Elevated park built on a former railway, featuring gardens, public art, and striking views of the West Side.
Large waterfront park in Brooklyn with skyline views, lawns, piers, and memorable walks beneath the bridge.
A classic New York foldable slice with a thin, chewy crust and balanced tomato-cheese topping; a defining everyday food of the city.
Hand-rolled, boiled then baked, traditionally served with cream cheese or lox. Its glossy crust and dense chew are closely tied to New York deli culture.
Salt-cured beef on rye with mustard, typically served warm. It is a landmark Jewish deli dish strongly associated with New York.
Refined dining room known for seasonal New American cooking and an elegant, intimate Greenwich Village atmosphere.
Beloved casual spot for hand-rolled bagels with salmon, cream cheese and other classic appetising fillings.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami and classic sandwiches in a busy, old-school Lower East Side setting.
New York is pricier than most US cities, with high hotel rates, dining costs, and attraction prices, though public transport is relatively good value.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Small tips are common in cafés for good service.
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Most Arlington, VA to New York, NY trains use the to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Arlington, VA and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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