The cheapest and fastest trains from Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£178
Average price
£239
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY will cost around £239 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £178.
Of the 2 trains that leave Williamsburg, VA for New York, NY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 448 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 448 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£120 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
194 Northeast Regional | 13:52 Williamsburg Transportation Center, Williamsburg, VA | 7h49 | 21:41 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY
Trains from Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 448 km distance in 7h 49m.
Distance 448 km |
Average train duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 49m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Williamsburg, VA and New York, NY from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Williamsburg, VA to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg, VA and New York, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated areas for short-term and long-term parking.
- Second Street Bistro
- Blue Talon Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Williamsburg Lodge
- Williamsburg Inn
- Colonial Houses
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms and bus connections
- Bus: Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA) routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional service
- 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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