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Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New York to Selma. Traveling by train from New York to Selma usually takes 10 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Palmetto train can make the trip in 9 hours and 18 minutes.
| Distance | 426 mi (686 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 18m |
| Lowest price | €83.41 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Carolinian |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from New York to Selma
- Amtrak tickets: €118 one-way
- Amtrak Carolinian tickets: €83 one-way
- Amtrak Palmetto tickets: €83 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Selma?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New York to Selma was €83.41. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 21 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around €150.78 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from New York to Selma by month
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By booking your train trip from New York to Selma on Wanderu at least 21 days ahead of time, you can save about €150.78 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from New York to Selma?
There are 3 train lines with service from New York to Selma. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 17h 11m | €166.61 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 9h 34m | €147.74 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 9h 18m | €159.03 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from New York to Selma every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €118.
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between New York and Selma, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 9 hours and 34 minutes.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from New York to Selma is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Selma
The distance between New York and Selma is approximately 426 miles, or 686 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 56 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 18 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.
Trains departing from New York to Selma tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs New York at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in New York twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Selma with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Selma to New York.
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: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Where is the train station in Selma?
Main arrival station: 500 E Railroad St
Selma has one train station.
All train stations in Selma:
500 E Railroad St
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