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Pros: Everything. Cons: Hopefully non stop trains No connections. Tips: Nice service and good vehicle.
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There are usually 14 daily bus trips available from New York to Worcester.
Bus | Train | |
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Avg. Price | Avg. Price€30.41 | Avg. Price€82.04 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips14 | Daily Trips6 |
Duration | Duration4h 34m | Duration6h 46m |
You can pick from 5 daily train trips between New York and Worcester. The average train journey from New York to Worcester takes 6 hours and 33 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 4 hours and 40 minutes.
Distance | 156 mi (252 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 40m |
Lowest price | €40.33 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from New York to Worcester
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Pros: Everything. Cons: Hopefully non stop trains No connections. Tips: Nice service and good vehicle.
Over the past month, a train ticket between New York and Worcester cost €76.46, on average. Booking your trip at least 28 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around €82.87 more.
The average cost of a one-way train trip from New York to Worcester is expected to fluctuate between €61 and €203 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Worcester in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from New York is €80.
By booking your train trip from New York to Worcester on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about €82.87 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to Worcester. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 5 | 6h 33m | €111.52 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 5 Amtrak trains from New York to Worcester every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €40.
The distance between New York and Worcester is approximately 156 miles, or 252 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 33 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 40 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 New York to Worcester on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs New York at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 5 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 carry-on 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 Worcester to 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.
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Image credit: Destination Worcester
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Link to image attributionWe dare you to pronounce it right on the first try. Named after Worcester in England, Worcester is the second-most populous city in Massachusetts. The city boasts an extensive history, particularly because of its industrial and weaponry prowess during World War II; take your dad (or your dad friend) to the Worcester Historical Museum to learn more.
For those more interested in science and nature, visit the popular EcoTarium, which includes hands-on exhibits and an outdoor campus featuring forest and meadow trails. Then, to apply your newfound natural knowledge, take a relaxing stroll through Green Hill Park to try to identify the lake's wildlife. In the evening, visit The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts to catch anything from a burlesque show, Broadway performance, or even a silent film.
Worcester's location at the heart of the state makes it easy to travel to this bustling city. Worcester has its own regional airport, or head to Boston's Logan Airport for a wider variety of flights. Amtrak trains provide daily services from Boston, and bus service is available on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, OurBus, and Peter Pan.
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Image credit: Destination Worcester
Link to image attributionUnion Station is one of Worcester's most beautiful buildings, which finished up a full restoration in 1999. Its impressive interior continues inside with high ceilings and spacious waiting areas. The station is the main transport hub of the area, with Amtrak and MBTA (Massachusetts Bay Transport Authority) trains, plus intercity bus services by WRTA (Worcester Regional). Greyhound and Peter Pan bus lines operate intercity services here, while OurBus stops here on the way to New York City. Although the inside of the station doesn't have any restaurants or fast food, its location in downtown Worcester means that there are plenty of hotels, restaurants, and shops just a quick trip away.
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