Cheap train tickets from New York to Staunton
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
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:
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from New York to Staunton. The train trip from New York to Staunton is usually about 8 hours and 10 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 323 mi (520 km) |
Fastest train | 8h 10m |
Lowest price | $129.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
Train lines | 1 |

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for trains from New York to Staunton
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
Price trends for trains from New York to Staunton
Average train ticket prices from New York to Staunton by month
Which train should you take from New York to Staunton?
Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects New York to Staunton. 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 Cardinal | 1 | 8h 10m | $150.14 |
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from New York to Staunton per day, with an average trip length of 8 hours and 10 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from New York to Staunton
The distance between New York and Staunton is approximately 323 miles, or 520 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 10 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 Staunton tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves New York at 6:00am and arrives in Staunton around 8 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Staunton 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 Staunton 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 Staunton?
Main arrival station: 1 Middlebrook Ave
Staunton has one train station.
All train stations in Staunton:
1 Middlebrook Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Staunton to New York?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from New York
Continue by train from Staunton
- Train from Ashland to Alexandria
$19+
- Ashland to Richmond Train
$10+
- Burke to Roanoke
$41+
- Train from Charlottesville to Washington D.C.
$24+
- Train from Charlottesville to New York
$89+
- Train from Culpeper to Washington D.C.
$14+
- Train from Danville to Baltimore
$95+
- Danville to Greensboro Train
$20+
- Train from Lorton to Sanford
$143+
- Train from Lynchburg to Washington D.C.
$29+
- Norfolk to Washington D.C.
$38+
- Train from Norfolk to New York
$115+
- Train from Richmond to Washington D.C.
$25+
- Train from Richmond to New York
$96+
- Roanoke to New York Train
$100+
- Train from Staunton to Washington D.C.
$54+
- Staunton to New York Train
$151+
- Train from Williamsburg to Washington D.C.
$36+
Check out these popular routes

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.
- Train Tickets
- United States
- Virginia
- Staunton
- New York to Staunton