How much is the train ticket from Downingtown to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Downingtown to New York City start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Downingtown to New York City?

The average train trip from Downingtown to New York City takes 2h 28m and covers 168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Downingtown to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Downingtown to New York City?

The earliest train from Downingtown to New York City departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 10:20pm.

Train Downingtown to New York City from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:25pm	Downingtown, PA	7h 46m	5:11am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	3:11pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 21m	5:32pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	12:25pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 32m	2:57pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	6:10pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	8:34pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	8:10pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	10:34pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:27pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 45m	8:12pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:35pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	9:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:46pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 17m	10:03pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:20pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 15m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for Downingtown to New York City on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:20pm	Downingtown, PA	2h 15m	12:35am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	6:05am	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	8:33am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	9:51am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	6:57am	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	9:26am	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Get from Downingtown to New York City

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 28mAverage Duration

168 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $43

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Downingtown to New York City by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Downingtown to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Downingtown to New York City start at $43. The average price for this train route is around $109. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Downingtown to New York City?
The average train trip from Downingtown to New York City takes 2h 28m and covers 168 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Downingtown to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Downingtown to New York City?
The earliest train from Downingtown to New York City departs at 6:05am. The latest train departs at 10:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$43

12-11

$54

Today

$43

12-13

$143

12-14

$95

12-15

$43

12-16

$43

12-17

$43

The cheapest trip from Downingtown to New York City was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Downingtown to New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $267 for a train ticket from Downingtown to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-15.