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

The cheapest train tickets from Downingtown to New York City start from R 522. The average price for this train route is around R 1 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Downingtown to New York City is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 06:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Train Downingtown to New York City from R 519 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Downingtown to New York City on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:20	Downingtown, PA	2h 15m	00:35	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	16:13	Downingtown, PA	2h 41m	18:54	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	17:27	Downingtown, PA	2h 45m	20:12	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:35	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	19:46	Downingtown, PA	2h 17m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Downingtown to New York City on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:11	Downingtown, PA	2h 21m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	10:25	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	12:25	Downingtown, PA	2h 32m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:10	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	20:10	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	22:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Downingtown to New York City on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:25	Downingtown, PA	7h 46m	05:11	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	15:11	Downingtown, PA	2h 21m	17:32	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	10:25	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	12:49	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	12:25	Downingtown, PA	2h 32m	14:57	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	18:10	Downingtown, PA	2h 24m	20:34	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Downingtown to New York City on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:46	Downingtown, PA	2h 17m	22:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:05	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:57	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:57	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	09:26	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures from Downingtown to New York City on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	18:35	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	21:03	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
	Train	10:05	Downingtown, PA	2h 14m	12:19	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
	Train	06:05	Downingtown, PA	2h 28m	08:33	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	06:57	Downingtown, PA	2h 54m	09:51	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
	Train	06:57	Downingtown, PA	2h 29m	09:26	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 R 522, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 28mAverage duration

168 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 522

US train 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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 522. The average price for this train route is around R 1 328. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Downingtown to New York City?
The average train journey time from Downingtown to New York City is 2h 28m, covering a distance of 168 km. The quickest train can get 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 run on 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 06:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 519

11/12

R 657

Today

R 1 262

13/12

R 1 747

14/12

R 727

15/12

R 519

16/12

R 519

17/12

R 519

The cheapest trip from Downingtown to New York City was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 519

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 R 519 to R 3 268 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 R 519, which is on 2025-12-15.