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Niagara Falls to New York Train Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Niagara Falls to New York?

There are usually 6 daily bus trips from Niagara Falls to New York.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£68.13
Avg. Price
£83.49
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
6
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
14h 19m
Duration
11h 39m

Trip Summary

There is usually just one train option from Niagara Falls to New York per day. The average train journey from Niagara Falls to New York takes 11 hours and 40 minutes, but some Amtrak Maple Leaf train trips are as short as 11 hours and 32 minutes.

Distance308 mi (496 km)
Fastest train11h 32m
Lowest price£48.79
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Maple Leaf
Train lines1

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Niagara Falls to New York

(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)

5.0

5.0

Alejandra

28 September 2019- Visiting family

Amtrak

Pros: The staff was very helpful. The opportunity to see the landscape. Be able to walk stretch. Cons: It could have fewer stops. I am sure that if this particular trip was faster many people would take it. Tips: Enjoy and relax it is Very long But BEAUTIFUL.

Which train should you take from Niagara Falls to New York?

Amtrak Maple Leaf is the one and only train line which connects Niagara Falls to New York. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Maple Leaf111h 40m£81.77
  • 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. A trip from Niagara Falls to New York takes about 11 hours and 40 minutes on this line, and the average ticket price is .

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Niagara Falls to New York

The distance between Niagara Falls and New York is approximately 308 miles, or 496 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 32 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.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Niagara Falls to New York. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday 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.

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Niagara Falls at 10:00 and arrives in New York around 11 hours later.

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to New York with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Niagara Falls.

City Information

New York

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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 travelers, 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 Ellis 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 bus 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 Niagara Falls?

Main departure station: Border Cross - Niagara

There are two stations in Niagara Falls where you can board the train to New York.

All train stations in Niagara Falls:

  • Border Cross - Niagara

  • Niagara Falls Train Station

Where is the train station in New York?

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Main arrival station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at 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 transportation, 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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