Worcester to New York City by train
New York City lies 252 km (156 mi) south-west of Worcester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 3 h 24 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 307 km (191 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
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| Worcester | New York City | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 206,518 | 8.8 million |
| Elevation | 164 m (538 ft) | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Union Station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Worcester to New York City
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Staying in New York City
Our booking partner lists 1,254+ places to stay in New York (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 775 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (384), and 75 are five-star. Across 497 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.4 out of 10. Guests have left 1,308,601 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is New York City from Worcester?
252 km (156 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Worcester; by road roughly 307 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Worcester to New York City by train?
About 3 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Worcester and New York City?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where can I stay in New York City?
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Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.