- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£23
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£92
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 33 m
Trains on 19 Sept
6
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New London, CT 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 New London, CT to New York, NY will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 6 trains from New London, CT to New York, NY, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New London, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £195.
Distance: 175 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £195 Average Price | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from New London, CT to New York, NY:
A train is £156 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New London, CT to New York, NY costing on average £195.
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.70. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 35m 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 New London, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1645 · 171 | 7:25 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h59 | 12:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
95 | 7:45 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h37 | 10:22 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
171 | 9:47 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h37 | 12:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
93 | 11:02 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h45 | 13:47 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
1667 · 173 | 11:12 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 4h40 | 15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
173 | 13:13 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h39 | 15:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
137 | 15:19 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h50 | 18:09 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
175 | 16:54 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h44 | 19:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
177 | 19:11 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h41 | 21:52 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 0:17 New London, CT | 2h45 | 3:02 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
67 | 20:20 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h42 | 23:02 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 1:17 New London, CT | 2h47 | 4:04 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
179 | 21:22 New London Union Station, New London, CT | 2h27 | 23:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 1:22 New London, CT | 2h27 | 3:49 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:22 New London, CT | 2h27 | 4:49 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:30 New London, CT | 2h32 | 5:02 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from New London, CT to New York, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:56, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 1:56 |
Last train 21:42 |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New London, CT 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.

Most New London, CT to New York, NY trains use the New London Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New London, CT and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
New London Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Captain Scott's Lobster Dock, Muddy Waters Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at New London Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at New London Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New London Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New London Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at New London Station: Restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn New London - Mystic Area, Thames Inn & Marina, Red Roof Inn Mystic - New London.
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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