The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfax, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£112
Average price
£187
Fastest journey
4 h 23 m
Average duration
4 h 29 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
350 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, VA to New York, NY will cost around £187 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £112.
Of the 15 trains that leave Fairfax, VA for New York, NY every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 350 km distance in an average of 4 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
66 Northeast Regional
90 Palmetto
158 Northeast Regional
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional
156 Northeast Regional · 132 Northeast Regional
88 Northeast Regional
164 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian
96 Northeast Regional
158 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Fairfax, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Fairfax, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 350 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£88 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £181 Average Price |
4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Fairfax, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfax, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 Northeast Regional | 12:56 Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 4h52 | 17:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 13:25 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h23 | 17:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 14:15 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h31 | 18:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 14:59 Woodbridge Station, Woodbridge, VA | 4h48 | 19:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 15:24 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h23 | 19:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 17:14 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h22 | 21:36 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 18:01 Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 5h45 | 23:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
156 Northeast Regional | 18:01 Burke Centre Station, Burke, VA | 5h01 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
156 Northeast Regional · 168 Northeast Regional | 18:26 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 5h20 | 23:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
156 Northeast Regional | 18:26 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h36 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
40 Floridian · 158 Northeast Regional | 19:43 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h02 | 02:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
80 Carolinian | 21:03 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h32 | 01:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 22:10 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h35 | 02:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 23:34 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 4h49 | 04:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
66 Northeast Regional | 02:12 Alexandria Station, Alexandria, VA | 7h59 | 10:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfax, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Fairfax, VA to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 350 km distance in 4h 12m.
Distance 350 km |
Average train duration 4h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 4h 12m |
First train 04:07 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Fairfax, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Fairfax, VA and New York, NY from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fairfax, VA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, 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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