Question 1

Is it safe to travel by train from Cleveland to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the train or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

When are trains the most crowded?

Accepted Answer

Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cleveland to New York. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday 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 3

Which train should you take from Cleveland to New York?

Accepted Answer

2 train services operate from Cleveland to New York.  Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last month, $58.64 was the average price of a train ticket from Cleveland to New York. Given how far apart Cleveland and New York are from each other, there's no getting around the fact that most train tickets are on the pricier side. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 2 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $60.66 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 5

Is there a direct train from Cleveland to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Cleveland to New York. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Cleveland.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

The distance between Cleveland and New York is approximately 404 miles, or 650 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 15 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 12 hours and 15 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 7

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Cleveland at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 8

Get around town with Moovit

Accepted Answer

Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in New York. Download here

Question 9

Where is the train station in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York has one train station.

Question 10

Where is the train station in Cleveland?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Cleveland.

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 2 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to New York from Cleveland will be about C$60.66 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Cleveland to New York will vary between C and C. Planning a train trip to New York within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Cleveland over the next 7 days is C. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.

Question 13

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

If you are trying to decide when to travel from Cleveland to New York by train so you can score the best possible deal, your best bet would be to plan your trip for . That’s when the average price for a train ticket is expected to be just C – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Cleveland to New York in , expect to spend more on your train trip, as the average ticket price usually surges to C at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you have a high chance of scoring a ticket at a lower price.

Question 14

Need a return trip from New York to Cleveland?

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Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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 and with no additional fees. 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.