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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Benson Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Benson Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Benson Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Benson Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Benson
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Benson. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 995, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 7 532
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Benson 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 New York City to Benson?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Benson start from R 7 532. The average price for this train route is around R 10 060. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to Benson?
The average train journey time from New York City to Benson is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3368 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City to Benson route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New York City to Benson?
The earliest train from New York City to Benson departs at 10:52. And the latest train departs at 15:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Benson was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 119To 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 Benson as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 7 119 to R 43 749 for a train ticket from New York City to Benson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 119, which is on 2025-12-13.
