The cheapest and fastest trains from Raleigh, NC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£298
Average price
£298
Fastest journey
10 h 42 m
Average duration
10 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
682 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC to New York, NY will cost around £298 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £298.
Of the 1 trains that leave Raleigh, NC for New York, NY every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 682 km distance in an average of 10 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 42 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.
80 Carolinian
80 CarolinianTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Raleigh, NC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £71.
Distance: 682 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£172 Average Price | £122 Average Price | £83 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 24m Average total duration 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Raleigh, NC to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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80 Carolinian | 17:13 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 10h42 | 03:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Raleigh, NC to New York, NY
Trains from Raleigh, NC to New York, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 682 km distance in 10h 22m.
Distance 682 km |
Average train duration 5h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 22m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Raleigh, NC to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Raleigh, NC and New York, NY from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Raleigh, NC to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC and New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the station with multiple public parking options.
- The Pit Authentic BBQ
- Humble Pie
- Whiskey Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Raleigh Marriott City Center
- Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
- Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and boarding area
- Bus: GoRaleigh routes 6, 8, 11, 21
- R-Line (downtown circulator)
- 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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