The cheapest and fastest trains from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 11 trains that leave Fairfield, CT for New York, NY on Mon, Apr 06, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
179 Northeast Regional10:33 PM1h16Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$191One-way0 transfers
141 Northeast Regional6:32 AM1h23Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT7:55 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$691One-way0 transfers
67 Northeast Regional9:27 PM1h35Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT11:02 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1161One-way0 transfers
125 Northeast Regional9:57 AM1h24Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT11:21 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$1161One-way0 transfers
177 Northeast Regional8:35 PM1h17Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT9:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1161One-way0 transfers
179 Northeast Regional10:33 PM1h16Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT11:49 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$191One-way0 transfers
177 Northeast Regional8:35 PM1h17Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT9:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1161One-way0 transfers
55 Vermonter4:53 PM1h18Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT6:11 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1381One-way0 transfers
173 Northeast Regional2:30 PM1h22Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT3:52 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$1701One-way0 transfers
141 Northeast Regional6:32 AM1h23Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT7:55 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$691One-way0 transfers
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Compare train and bus for Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fairfield, CT to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Fairfield, CT to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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139 Northeast Regional | 11:43 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h23 | 1:06 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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67 Northeast Regional | 1:27 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h35 | 3:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
169 Northeast Regional | 2:41 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h18 | 3:59 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 10:32 AM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h23 | 11:55 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 1:57 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h24 | 3:21 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 3:00 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h27 | 4:27 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 4:22 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h25 | 5:47 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 5:04 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h25 | 6:29 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 6:30 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h22 | 7:52 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 8:45 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h24 | 10:09 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 8:53 PM Bridgeport Station, Bridgeport, CT | 1h18 | 10:11 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Trains from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:44 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY trainsAmtrak, Metro-North Railroad (MNR) trains will get you between Fairfield, CT and New York, NY from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fairfield, CT to New York, NY
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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