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There are usually 6 daily bus trips available from Woodbridge to New York.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€43.97 | Avg. Price€111.09 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration7h 27m | Duration5h 7m |
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Woodbridge to New York. Traveling by train from Woodbridge to New York usually takes 5 hours and 8 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in 4 hours and 38 minutes.
| Distance | 223 mi (359 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 38m |
| Lowest price | €36.41 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from Woodbridge to New York
(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Trip on time. Cons: N/a. Tips: To choose this bus to travel.
4.0
Pros: It was comfortable and the bathroom was immaculate. I also appreciated being kept aware of the issues that were causing the delay. Cons: This trip was uneventful except for the delay due to the electricity being out. Tips: Enjoy the ride and bring snacks.
The average price for a train ticket from Woodbridge to New York is €99.21, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 18 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay €52.25 more.
The average cost of a one-way train trip from Woodbridge to New York is expected to fluctuate between €46 and €261 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to New York in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Woodbridge is €56.
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Woodbridge to New York. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 18 days before departure, you can save around €52.25. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
2 train services operate from Woodbridge to New York. Amtrak Northeast Regional usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 5h 25m | €68.23 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 5h 4m | €147.64 |
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 Woodbridge to New York every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €36.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 2 daily train trips from Woodbridge to New York, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
The distance between Woodbridge and New York is approximately 223 miles, or 359 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 8 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 38 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Woodbridge to New York. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Woodbridge at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00am. 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 3 scheduled trains on most days. 2 of these are direct connections to New York. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Woodbridge.
Image credit: Judy Gallagher
Link to image attributionJust 20 miles south of Washington DC, Woodbridge is located in Prince William County, Virginia. The city is a popular spot to stay when visiting the many Virginia state parks in the area, such as Leesylvania State Park on the Potomac River. The park is idyllic for swimming, hiking, or boating on sunny days. Head to the (free!) Occoquan Bay Wildlife Refuge to see some local bird species along its four miles of trails.
Potomac Mills is the area's major shopping outlet for some retail therapy. But, obviously, it also houses a number of excellent local restaurants and cafes, and you can also find some local eateries while exploring Potomac Town Center, including locally popular authentic African cuisine and Indian restaurants.
Prince William Parkway directly links Woodbridge to the I-95, so you can start many cross-country routes from this area. Amtrak Northeast Regional trains and local VRE trains connect to Washington, D.C., and beyond. SprinterBus services that stop in Woodbridge connect 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.
There is one train station in Woodbridge.
1040 Express Way
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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