Cheap train tickets from Vancouver to New York

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Trip Summary

There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Vancouver to New York. Travelling by train from Vancouver to New York usually takes 3 days, 15 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 days, 1 hour and 13 minutes.

Distance: 2426 mi (3904 km)
Fastest train: 73h 13m
Lowest price: SEK 3,723.19
Trains per day: 0
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Vancouver to New York Train Timetable

Is it better to travel by coach or train from Vancouver to New York?

There are usually 2 daily coach trips from Vancouver to New York.

	Train	Coach
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceSEK 6,020.47	Avg. PriceSEK 2,933.56Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips3	Daily Trips2
Duration	Duration87h 43mFaster	Duration109h 32m

There are several train options that can take you from Vancouver to New York:

Amtrak tickets: SEK 3,723 one-way

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Vancouver to New York was SEK 5,605. Considering the distance between Vancouver and New York, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 24 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around SEK 1,874.66 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Vancouver to New York by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Vancouver to New York will cost between SEK 4,951 and SEK 9,146. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Vancouver to New York by month

Ticket prices for the train from Vancouver to New York often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only SEK 4,873. If you're thinking of travelling from Vancouver to New York during June, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of SEK 7,034 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in June, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Vancouver to New York on Wanderu at least 24 days ahead of time, you can save about SEK 1,874.66 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Vancouver to New York?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Vancouver to New York. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	3	87h 43m	SEK 6,020.45

Amtrak is the largest passenger railway 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 toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 3 Amtrak trains from Vancouver to New York every day, as well as 5 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from SEK 3,723.19.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Vancouver to New York

While the train is the main method of transport 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 coach or express shuttle.

There are 3 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 hand 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. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Vancouver to New York for SEK 2,309.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Vancouver and New York is approximately 2,426 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 15 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 days, 1 hour and 13 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 patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2426

Distance (km)

3904

The earliest train departs Vancouver at 5:30 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:30. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.

First train

5:30am

Last train

1:30pm

Trains from Vancouver to New York are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Monday

Least crowded

Thursday

City Information

Vancouver

Vancouver is a trendy diverse city in British Columbia, known for its eclectic shopping, fresh seafood, and unique scenic setting between snow-capped mountains and urban beaches. Vancouver is sometimes called “Hollywood North” due to the amount of films and TV shows filmed in the area. If you're lucky, you may even stumble upon a film set as you're walking around town!

If you're looking for the best restaurants, shops and nightlife, cobblestoned Gastown is the perfect neighbourhood to explore. Biking around the gorgeous Stanley Park in downtown Vancouver is rivaled only by hiking and skiing on nearby Grouse Mountain, which offers stunning views of the city on clear days.

Vancouver International Airport is conveniently close to downtown, and also one of the biggest gateways for international travel on the West Coast of North America. From Vancouver, it's easy to travel into the U.S. to Seattle by coach or train, or to other B.C. destinations like Kamloops and Kelowna to experience more of the province's natural beauty.

New York

New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travellers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Liberty Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major coach and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Vancouver?

Main departure station: Pacific Central Station

Vancouver, BC - Pacific Central Station - CAVACAMT-0

The historic Pacific Central Station is Vancouver’s primary train station for Amtrak and VIA Rail service, as well as a coach station for numerous carriers. The impressive Beaux-Arts style station opened in 1919, and is within walking distance of Science World, Strathcona Park, and the lively Gastown neighbourhood. Plus, walking just across the street from Pacific Central Station gives you access to Vancouver's SkyTrain public transit system at the Main Street–Science World station. With free WiFi, toilets, and several restaurants and shops on the premises, Pacific Central Station is a convenient place to start or end your trip.

All train stations in Vancouver:

Pacific Central Station

Where is the train station in New York?

Main arrival station: Penn Station

Pennsylvania Station, or just Penn Station, is the main train station in New York City. All Amtrak trains to and from NYC use Penn Station as their only train stop in Manhattan. Penn Station offers easy connections to various other types of transport, including commuter rail (the Long Island Rail Road and the NJ Transit both operate out of Penn Station), airport transit, and six lines of the NYC Subway, making it the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere. Located in the heart of Manhattan, right by the world-famous Madison Square Garden, Penn Station is close to various points of interest such as Times Square and the Empire State Building, as well as many restaurants and retail stores.

Train stations in New York:

NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

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