New York Penn Station Schedule
New York Penn Station is the busiest rail hub in the Western Hemisphere, served by Amtrak, NJ Transit, and the LIRR — plus subway and PATH connections nearby. Each operator has its own schedule and ticketing system. We link directly to the official sources.
Schedules change frequently.We link directly to each operator's official trip planner and real-time tracker so you always have the most accurate info. Bookmark the ones you use.
Amtrak
Official schedule search — enter origin/destination to see all trains, times, and fares. The most reliable source for Amtrak timetables.
Live train tracker with map view. See exactly where your train is and whether it's running on time, delayed, or cancelled.
Downloadable PDF timetable for Acela and Northeast Regional service between Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington.
Look up any Amtrak station for arrival/departure times, station amenities, and accessibility information.
Mobile App
The Amtrak app (iOS/Android) is the best way to track trains in real time, buy tickets, and check schedules. Mobile tickets are accepted on all trains — no need to print.
Tip: Amtrak train status updates are more accurate than departure boards at the station. Check the app or website for real-time delays before you head to the platform.
NJ Transit Rail
At New York: All NJ Transit ticketing and departure boards are in the underground concourse (7th Avenue side) — not in Moynihan Train Hall.
Official trip planner — enter your origin and destination for a step-by-step train schedule with all stops, transfer points, and fares.
Live departure boards for any NJ Transit station. See real-time track assignments, delays, and cancellations — the same info shown on the station boards.
Downloadable PDF timetables for every NJ Transit rail line: Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast, Raritan Valley, Morris & Essex, Montclair-Boonton, Main/Bergen.
Current service disruptions, planned work, and schedule changes. Check this before traveling on weekends or holidays.
Mobile App
The NJ Transit app (iOS/Android) has mobile ticketing, real-time departures, and push notifications for delays. Buy your ticket IN the app BEFORE boarding — there's a surcharge for buying onboard.
Tip: NJ Transit posts track assignments only ~10 minutes before departure at NY Penn Station. The DepartureVision website and app show this info at the same time as the station boards — useful if you're grabbing food in Moynihan and want to monitor your track from your phone.
Long Island Rail Road (LIRR)
Official MTA trip planner for LIRR. Enter your origin/destination for real-time schedules, service status, and fare information.
Real-time departure information for any LIRR station. Shows upcoming trains, track assignments, and on-time performance.
Downloadable PDF timetables for every LIRR branch: Babylon, Ronkonkoma, Port Jefferson, Montauk, Oyster Bay, Hempstead, Long Beach, Far Rockaway, West Hempstead.
Live service status for LIRR and all MTA services. Shows planned work, delays, and service changes.
Mobile App
The MTA LIRR TrainTime app (iOS/Android) is essential — real-time train tracking, mobile tickets, and push alerts. Buy tickets before boarding to avoid the onboard surcharge.
Tip: LIRR trains from Penn Station serve both the west side (via Moynihan/underground) and east side (underground only). Check your train's track number to know which concourse to use.
PATH Train
At New York: PATH does NOT serve NY Penn Station directly — the nearest PATH station is 33rd Street (6th Ave & 33rd St), a 2-block walk from Penn.
Official schedules for all PATH routes: Newark–World Trade Center, Journal Square–33rd Street, Hoboken–33rd Street, and Hoboken–World Trade Center.
Live departure times for any PATH station. Updated in real time.
Mobile App
PATH uses OMNY/contactless payment — tap your credit card, phone, or OMNY card. Fare is $2.75 per ride. The RidePATH app (iOS/Android) shows real-time departures.
Tip: The 33rd St PATH station (6th Ave & 33rd St) is 2 blocks from NY Penn Station — a useful backup route to New Jersey if NJ Transit is disrupted.
NYC Subway (MTA)
Official subway map and line-by-line schedules. Penn Station is served by 1/2/3 (7th Ave) and A/C/E (8th Ave) lines.
Live service status for all subway lines. Check before traveling — planned work often affects weekend service.
Mobile App
Use OMNY (tap your contactless credit card or phone) or a MetroCard. OMNY automatically caps at $34/week (same as an unlimited MetroCard). The MTA app shows real-time train arrivals.
Tip: 34th St–Herald Square (B/D/F/M/N/Q/R/W) is a 3-minute walk from Penn Station's 33rd St exit and often has more frequent service than the direct 1/2/3 or A/C/E connections.
Schedules for Other Penn Stations
Each Penn Station is served by a different mix of operators. See schedules for the other stations on the Northeast Corridor: