Cheap train tickets from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Trip Summary
There is one daily train from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON. Traveling by train from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON usually takes 9 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Maple Leaf train can make the trip in 9 hours and 36 minutes.
- Distance
- 308 mi (496 km)
- Fastest train
- 9h 36m
- Lowest price
- €61.01
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Maple Leaf
- Train lines
- 1
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON?
There are usually 29 daily bus trips available from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€96.76 | Avg. Price€84.60Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips29 |
Duration | Duration9h 43mFaster | Duration11h 46m |

There are several train options that can take you from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON?
In the last month, train tickets from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON cost about €79 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 14 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around €27.74 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON will cost between €77 and €109. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON by month
Taking the train from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around €93 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
The price of train trips from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON doesn't fluctuate much throughout the year, so you don’t need to book your tickets super far in advance. However, to avoid last-minute price surges or sold-out tickets, we recommend purchasing your train tickets at least 48 hours before departure.
Which train should you take from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON?
Amtrak Maple Leaf is the one and only train line which connects New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON. 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.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Maple Leaf | 1 | 9h 43m | €96.76 |
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 New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON takes about 9 hours and 43 minutes on this line, and the average ticket price is €96.76.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Niagara Falls, ON 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 Niagara Falls, ON to New York, NY. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON for €50.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
The distance between New York, NY and Niagara Falls, ON is approximately 308 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 36 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.
Distance (mi)
308
Distance (km)
496
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New York, NY at 7:15 AM and arrives in Niagara Falls, ON around 9 hours later.
First train
7:15am
Last train
7:15am
Trains from New York, NY to Niagara Falls, ON are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Wednesday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
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 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 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 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 New York, NY?
Main departure 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 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.
All train stations in New York, NY:
- NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Where is the train station in Niagara Falls, ON?
Main arrival station: Niagara Falls Train Station
Niagara Falls, ON receives travelers from New York, NY at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Niagara Falls, ON:
- Niagara Falls Train Station
- Border Cross - Niagara
Need a return trip from Niagara Falls, ON to New York, NY?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
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.




