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There are usually 4 daily bus trips available from Amsterdam to New York.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$74.87 | Avg. Price$84.04 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration8h 7m | Duration4h 13m |
3 trains operate daily from Amsterdam to New York. The train trip from Amsterdam to New York is usually about 4 hours and 9 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Empire Service train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 44 minutes.
| Distance | 154 mi (248 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 44m |
| Lowest price | $48.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Empire Service |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Amsterdam to New York
(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Me gusto el viaje muy tranquilo. Cons: Poner gente que pueda hablar español, con urgencia. Tips: Compren sus boletos por internet.
5.0
Pros: Quick and fast. Cons: cleaner bathroom. Tips: please use wanderu Amtrak.
5.0
Pros: Conductor very polite. Cons: Bathroom cleanliness. Tips: No.
4.0
Pros: The view of the trees going from gone to yellow to green and yellow in city. Cons: The food car had no food because the don't restock at all so next time I will bring food.
The average price for a train ticket from Amsterdam to New York is $77.04, By booking your trip at least 28 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay $14.02 more.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Amsterdam to New York will cost between $58 and $114. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Amsterdam to New York. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 28 days before departure, you can save around $14.02. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
2 train services operate from Amsterdam to New York. Amtrak Empire Service usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Empire Service | 2 | 3h 48m | $87.72 |
| Amtrak Maple Leaf | 1 | 4h 50m | $68.64 |
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.
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 Amsterdam to New York takes about 4 hours and 50 minutes on this line, and the average ticket price is .
The distance between Amsterdam and New York is approximately 154 miles, or 248 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 9 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 44 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Amsterdam to New York on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Amsterdam at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Amsterdam to New York.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Amsterdam.
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.
There is one train station in Amsterdam.
466 W Main St
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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