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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA will cost around £242 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £140.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 4 trains from New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 507 km distance in an average of 16 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 40 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 New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 11:38. The fastest train covers the 507 km distance in 9h 13m.
Distance 507 km |
Average train duration 10h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 13m |
First train 5:20 |
Last train 11:38 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 56 days |
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The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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2205 Acela [NextGen] · 40 Floridian | 9:00 Penn Station, New York, NY | 14h40 | 23:40 Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 1 change | |
195 Northeast Regional · 40 Floridian | 12:04 Penn Station, New York, NY | 11h36 | 23:40 Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 1 change | |
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Contemporary art museum with immersive installations, room-sized works and a lively programme in the North Side.
Major art museum with strong collections of Impressionist, decorative and contemporary works in Carnegie's Oakland complex.
Expansive museum devoted to Andy Warhol, featuring paintings, films, archives and rotating exhibitions across several floors.
Riverside park at the meeting of three rivers, known for broad lawns, event spaces and classic views of the city skyline.
Steep hillside ride leading to a terrace with one of Pittsburgh's signature panoramas over Downtown and the rivers.
Revived riverfront district with trails, lawns, public art and restored industrial structures along the Allegheny River.
A towering sandwich stuffed with grilled meat, slaw, tomatoes and chips inside Italian bread. It is a Pittsburgh icon linked to Primanti-style lunches.
A cold salad of lettuce, fries, cheese, and grilled steak or chicken with ranch or Italian dressing. It is a classic Pittsburgh diner and sports bar staple.
A hearty noodle soup of chicken broth, vegetables and hand-rolled dough strips. It reflects the city’s strong Eastern European and regional home-cooking traditions.
Beloved Polish restaurant serving pierogies, cabbage rolls and other Central European dishes. Cosy and traditional in the Strip District.
Refined restaurant highlighting seasonal ingredients with polished tasting menus and strong wine options. Intimate and contemporary.
Long-running diner known for giant breakfasts, pies and classic Pittsburgh comfort food. Lively, informal and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a US city: hotels and dining are usually below New York or San Francisco, while public transport and casual meals are fairly manageable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. In cafés, small change or about $1 per drink is common.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New York, NY to Pittsburgh, PA trains use the Penn Station to Pittsburgh Station station pair. Use this guide to compare New York, NY and Pittsburgh, PA 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.
Pittsburgh Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Commoner, Union Standard
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Ticket office support is available at Pittsburgh Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pittsburgh Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pittsburgh Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pittsburgh Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pittsburgh Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown, The Westin Pittsburgh, Omni William Penn Hotel.
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