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

The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Erie start at $98. The average price for this train route is around $238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from New York City to Erie takes 10h 30m and covers 530 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from New York City to Erie departs at 3:40pm. The latest train departs at 3:40pm.

Train New York City to Erie from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New York City to Erie on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Erie on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:40pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	10h 30m	2:10am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

16h 5mAverage Duration

532 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$83 - $281	Average Duration16h 5m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$98 - $285	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $98

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Erie 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 New York City to Erie?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Erie start at $98. The average price for this train route is around $238. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from New York City to Erie?
The average train trip from New York City to Erie takes 10h 30m and covers 530 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City to Erie route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to Erie?
The earliest train from New York City to Erie departs at 3:40pm. The latest train departs at 3:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-27

$191

01-28

$274

Today

$191

01-30

$157

01-31

$130

02-01

$157

02-02

$228

02-03

$228

The cheapest trip from New York City to Erie was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $130

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

You can expect to pay from $130 to $795 for a train ticket from New York City to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-01-31.