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How to get to Yonkers by train
| Routes | 161 |
| Trips per day | 486 |
| train lines | 5 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Yonkers
Yonkers is the third-largest city in New York, although it’s technically considered a suburb of New York City. Located just north of the Bronx on the Hudson River, Yonkers has its own unique appeal and its own central plaza, Getty Square, with plenty of shopping without the crowds. The Hudson River Museum is a unique mix of art, history, and science. Permanent displays include American art galleries, tours of the historic Glenview home, and the only public planetarium in the county.
For more science (and more Hudson River), visit the Science Barge, a floating urban farm and environmental education center. The Barge grows a delicious variety of crops through hydroponics and green energy, and offers tours, field trips, and samples. After an eco-friendly appetizer, stick to the river for Xaviars on the Hudson or the Dolphin Restaurant for delicious seafood. Zuppa, Francey Brady’s, and La Pinata Bakery are only a few blocks off the riverfront, and the fresh food is definitely worth the walk.
Yonkers has multiple Metro North Railroad stations for easy public transportation, and JFK International Airport in NYC is easily accessible. Amtrak offers multiple alternatives to flying, with the Amtrak Empire Service, Amtrak Maple Leaf, and Amtrak Ethan Allen Express. These lines cover routes from Yonkers to Boston, Utica, Philadelphia, Niagara Falls, and more.
What train companies travel to Yonkers, New York?
Train companies serving Yonkers
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 292 | 6h 10m | $122.80 |
| Amtrak Adirondack | 17 | 1h 22m | $37.88 |
| Amtrak Maple Leaf | 16 | 3h 13m | $64.07 |
| Amtrak Empire Service | 15 | 1h 47m | $42.79 |
| Amtrak Ethan Allen Express | 14 | 1h 19m | $42.56 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Amtrak Adirondack is a cross-border international rail service linking New York City with Montreal in Canada. The ride across the state is very comfortable with generous seat widths and legroom, an onboard café service, power outlets for passenger use, and complimentary WiFi- not to mention gorgeous views of the Hudson Valley.
The Amtrak Maple Leaf is an international rail line that runs from New York City to Toronto. It stops at some popular locations on its way, including Niagara Falls and Albany. Onboard WiFi and a cafe car make travel on the Maple Leaf comfortable and convenient.
The Amtrak Empire Service is a rail line spanning the Empire Corridor, a rail route through New York state from New York City to Niagara Falls. Several Amtrak passenger trains service this route, providing travelers with multiple options when commuting between cities in New York State. The trains themselves feature free internet, cafe service with snacks, beverages, and meals, and comfortable seats to enjoy the gorgeous views of the Hudson River Valley and Upstate New York.
Amtrak's Ethan Allen Express line connects New York City to Rutland, Vermont. The scenic trip along the Hudson River Valley includes ten intermediate stops throughout New York and Vermont. This higher-speed rail service departs once daily. Onboard amenities include WiFi and power outlets, plus a cafe car and business class seating options for added comfort.
Which train carrier has the best service to Yonkers?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Yonkers by train with Amtrak Empire Service giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Ethan Allen Express had the most comfortable train service to Yonkers taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Ethan Allen Express offers. They rate Amtrak Ethan Allen Express a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Yonkers punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Empire Service has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Yonkers, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Yonkers is Amtrak Metro-North Station - 5 Buena Vista Ave. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Yonkers.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton | 3h 5m | $90.36 |
| Philadelphia | 3h 34m | $109.08 |
| Newark | 2h 11m | $64.81 |
| Washington D.C. | 5h 54m | $179.41 |
| Rhinebeck | 1h 17m | $35.75 |
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