Amtrak trains arrive and depart from the Moynihan Train Hall at New York Penn Station (view map). While the broader Penn Station complex is an underground system of subways and commuter trains, Amtrak’s dedicated wing is a bright, modern terminal located between 8th Avenue and 9th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan.
In this guide, learn about the station, connecting routes, and area information, including hotels and attractions in walking distance.
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Things to Know
- Arrive 45 minutes early if you’re checking a bag or want extra time to find your way around the station.
- Taxi drop off/pickup area is on W. 31st Street and rideshare drop off/pickup on W. 33rd Street.
- MTA subway lines A, C, E and 1, 2 3 stop at Penn Station as well as New Jersey Transit and Long Island Railroad trains.
- You can walk between the new train hall and Penn Station via 8th Avenue or indoors via the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) concourse level.
- There are many places to eat inside the train hall. For longer trips, consider purchasing a meal to go that you can eat on the train.
Amtrak Routes
Many Amtrak trains depart from New York Penn Station and travel to cities including Boston, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., Chicago, Atlanta, Miami, and New Orleans. View the route guides below to learn more.
- Acela Express (Boston-Washington DC)
- Adirondack (NYC-Toronto)
- Berkshire Flyer (NYC-Pittsfield)
- Cardinal (NYC-Chicago)
- Carolinian (NYC-Charlotte)
- Crescent (NYC-New Orleans)
- Empire Service (Upstate New York)
- Ethan Allen Express (Vermont, New York)
- Keystone Service (NYC-Harrisburg)
- Lake Shore Limited (NYC-Boston-Chicago)
- Maple Leaf (NYC-Montreal)
- Northeast Regional (Boston-Roanoke-Norfolk)
- Palmetto (NYC-Savannah)
- Pennsylvanian (PA)
- Silver Meteor (NYC-Miami)
- Vermonter (DC-Vermont)
Nearby Hotels
View the list of hotels in walking distance of New York Penn Station to plan your trip. The area around the station is great for first-time visitors, including around Times Square. Other areas to consider are Greenwich Village for a neighborhood vibe or the Upper West Side to be near Central Park.
Nearby Things to Do
If you have extra time to sightsee before boarding a train or are eager to explore the city after you arrive, there are many attractions within walking distance of the station. Tip: To save money on admission to multiple attractions, check out the NYC CityPass.
- Madison Square Garden (next to the station)
- 34th Street Macy’s (5-minute walk)
- The Museum at FIT (7-minute walk)
- High Line (10-minute walk)
- Empire State Building (10-minute walk)
- The Edge Skydeck (10-minute walk)
- Madame Tussauds New York (11-minute walk)
- Times Square (15-minute walk)
- Bryant Park (15-minute walk)
- Hard Rock Cafe (15-minute walk)
- New York Public Library (15-minute walk)
More Information
- NY Penn Station Amtrak Amenities
- Best things to do in New York City
- Top-rated New York City tours
- 15 best Amtrak day trips from NYC
Photo by Ajay Suresh (CC BY 2.0)
Last updated March 2026
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