The average train between New York and Southold takes 2h 54m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from New York to Southold. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between New York and Southold. The earliest departure is at 3:42 AM at night, and the last departure from New York is at 5:25 PM which arrives into Southold at 8:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Want to know about travelling from New York to Southold? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from New York to Southold. However, there are services departing from New York station and arriving at Southold station via Ronkonkoma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.
New York to Southold train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, depart from New York Penn Station.
New York to Southold train services, operated by Long Island Rail Road, arrive at Southold station.
The distance between New York and Southold is 137.2 km. The road distance is 147 km.
You can take a train from New York Penn Station to Southold via Ronkonkoma in around 3h 36m.