Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from New York to Potsdam?

Accepted Answer

While the train is the main method of transportation from New York to Potsdam, 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.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from New York to Potsdam. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

Question 4

Which train should you take from New York to Potsdam?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to Potsdam.  However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

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

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Over the past month, a train ticket between New York and Potsdam cost $96.00, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $147.21 more.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from New York to Potsdam?

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There are 3 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 Potsdam to New York.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from New York to Potsdam?

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The distance between New York and Potsdam is approximately 278 miles, or 447 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 33 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 11 hours and 35 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.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs New York at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

Get around town with Moovit

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Question 10

Where is the train station in Potsdam?

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There are more train stations and stops in Potsdam than most cities. Most trains from New York will stop at one (or more) of the 3 following stations in Potsdam:

Question 11

Where is the train station in New York?

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There is one train station in New York.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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By booking your train trip from New York to Potsdam on Wanderu at least 10 days ahead of time, you can save about $147.21 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Question 13

Monthly avg. prices

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

Question 14

Need a return trip from Potsdam to New York?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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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.