Cheap train tickets from New York to Wichita

Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.

Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New York to Wichita. Traveling by train from New York to Wichita usually takes 1 day, 16 hours, and 5 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 1 day, 13 hours, and 5 minutes.

Distance: 1262 mi (2032 km)
Fastest train: 37h 5m
Lowest price: CZK 7,207.88
Trains per day: 0
Most frequent service: Amtrak
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:

Download our free app!

Find, compare & book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.

4.8 Rating

5k Reviews

4.5 Rating

4.8k Reviews

New York to Wichita Train Schedule

No preview is currently available. Please try another date or search the full schedule.

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

There are usually 15 daily bus trips available from New York to Wichita.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceCZK 8,650.33	Avg. PriceCZK 5,795.75Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips2	Daily Trips15
Duration	Duration40h 5mFaster	Duration42h 12m

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

Amtrak tickets: CZK 7,208 one-way

See more details

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New York to Wichita was CZK 7,305. Considering the distance between New York and Wichita, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 23 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CZK 2,272.76 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

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

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from New York to Wichita will cost between CZK 6,429 and CZK 9,589. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from New York to Wichita by month

Ticket prices for the train from New York to Wichita often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in October when the average ticket price is only CZK 7,662. If you're thinking of traveling from New York to Wichita during April, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CZK 10,411 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in April, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from New York to Wichita on Wanderu at least 23 days ahead of time, you can save about CZK 2,272.76 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from New York to Wichita?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to Wichita. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	40h 5m	CZK 8,650.25

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Wichita

While the train is the main method of transportation from New York to Wichita, 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 bus or express shuttle.

Trains leave the station in New York twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Wichita to New York. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Wichita for CZK 3,030.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between New York and Wichita is approximately 1,262 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 day, 16 hours, and 5 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 day, 13 hours, and 5 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)

1262

Distance (km)

2032

The earliest train departs New York at 6:40 AM while the last train of the day leaves at 3:40 PM. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

6:40am

Last train

3:40pm

Trains from New York to Wichita are the most crowded on Friday. 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

Friday

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 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 New York?

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 Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

Where is the train station in Wichita?

Main arrival station: 214 S Topeka St

Wichita receives travelers from New York at its two active train stations.

All train stations in Wichita:

214 S Topeka St
W207 South Sycamore Street

Need a return trip from Wichita to New York?

Search Train Tickets

Plan your next adventure

More trains from New York

New York to San Francisco TrainCZK 8,377+
New York to Orlando TrainCZK 4,654+
New York to Boston TrainCZK 2,727+
New York to Atlantic City Train
New York to Rensselaer TrainCZK 1,169+
New York to Harrisburg TrainCZK 1,861+
New York to Providence TrainCZK 3,009+
New York to Richmond TrainCZK 2,619+

New York to Washington DC TrainCZK 2,879+
New York to Atlanta TrainCZK 4,004+
New York to Baltimore TrainCZK 2,900+
New York to Niagara Falls TrainCZK 1,883+
New York to Cleveland TrainCZK 2,922+
New York to Philadelphia TrainCZK 1,710+
New York to Norfolk TrainCZK 2,814+

Continue by train from Wichita

Check out these popular routes

Los Angeles to San Diego TrainCZK 909+
San Francisco to San Jose TrainCZK 584+
Hartford to New Rochelle TrainCZK 1,299+
Newark, DE to New York, NY TrainCZK 1,883+
Orlando to Tampa TrainCZK 346+
Chicago to Miami TrainCZK 6,169+
Newark to New York TrainCZK 563+
Portland to Seattle TrainCZK 866+
Seattle, WA to Vancouver, WA TrainCZK 909+

San Diego to Los Angeles TrainCZK 801+
San Jose to San Francisco TrainCZK 628+
Hartford to New York TrainCZK 1,385+
Miami to Chicago TrainCZK 6,407+
Tampa to Orlando TrainCZK 346+
Portland, ME to Seattle, WA TrainCZK 9,827+
New York to Albany TrainCZK 1,212+
Pittsburgh to New York TrainCZK 3,009+
Vancouver to Seattle TrainCZK 887+

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.