Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Vancouver to New York?

Accepted Answer

While the train is the main method of transportation from Vancouver to New York, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Vancouver to New York

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There are usually 1 daily bus trips from Vancouver to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Vancouver to New York. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Vancouver to New York?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to New York.  However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Vancouver to New York?

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Over the past month, a train ticket between Vancouver and New York cost $450.47, on average. Due to the distance between Vancouver and New York, train tickets on this route tend to be relatively pricey. Booking your trip at least 29 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $343.50 more.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Vancouver to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Vancouver.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Vancouver to New York?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Vancouver and New York is approximately 2426 miles, or 3904 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 86 hours and 10 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 74 hours and 20 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Vancouver at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

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Question 10

Where is the train station in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York has one train station.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Vancouver.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

By booking your train trip from Vancouver to New York on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about $343.50 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Question 13

Need a return trip from New York to Vancouver?

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Question 14

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.