New York Penn Station

New York Penn Station

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    Anna S.
    "Ridding Amtrak love it!!"(111 Tips)
    Michelle K.
    "The best bagels in the morning are at zaro's near NJ transit"(63 Tips)
    Greg M.
    "Acela to DC or Boston is awesome."(25 Tips)
    Chris R.
    "Very efficient (most of the time) in spite of how crowded it gets."(29 Tips)
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  • Willow _.
    Willow _July 30, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    For NJTransit, always use the tellers- the line looks long but they know what they're doing compared to the people using the machines.
  • Burton L.heart icon on user image
    Burton Lewis Jr.May 28, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    The Amtrak restrooms are larger, have more stalls and a generally cleaner than the LIRR restrooms.
  • Angeln9nerheart icon on user image
    Angeln9nerSeptember 23, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Grand Central's grimy cousin from the wrong side of the tracks, the true Penn Station.
  • Kareem B.
    Kareem Boswell-OvertonJuly 29, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    This station is very busy A LOT! It gets waaaay worse during afternoon rush hour!
  • David S.
    David SmithOctober 1, 2015
    Headed to Newark airport? Get your ticket from the NJ Transit machines, NOT the Amtrak machines. Look for EWR on the departures board to find your platform.
  • Chris H.
    Chris HallbergOctober 3, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    NJ Transit customers: skip the lines. The ticket machines up the right stairs between tracks 2 and 3 are usually open.
  • Jason S.heart icon on user image
    Jason ShellhammerDecember 1, 2018
    For a 1st time, it’s not going to be an easy negotiate. The station itself is fairly standard. No safety issues or unusual notes.
  • Ken S.
    Ken ScheerJune 13, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    An excellent place to people watch and your one stop link to everywhere in the world!
  • Marc
    MarcDecember 18, 2011
    To ensure getting a seat of choice track listing is posted 10 to 20 minutes prior to leaving and get on the train ASAP
  • B Z.
    B ZeidsDecember 15, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    There will be delays... Especially if one of the earlier passengers thought it was a good idea to bust a window... #NJT
  • Joey L.
    Joey LiveranoApril 8, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    Absolute horror show at all times.
  • Ailie C.heart icon on user image
    Ailie ChangMarch 17, 2015
    You've gotta be aggressive walking through here or you'll get trampled over!
  • Daniele C.
    Daniele CodegaAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Any LIRR train leaving NYC on Fridays feels like a beer garden.
  • Chrissy N.heart icon on user image
    Chrissy NickelNovember 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Big but easy to navigate and find your platform
  • Anna R.
    Anna RJuly 11, 2013
    Know your train schedule, otherwise you will be standing around for a long time!!!
  • Eliza O.
    Eliza OsbornOctober 22, 2011
    Tim Horton's ministores all around. A Canadian staple, be sure to snag a doughnut while you wait.
  • Jeffrey G.
    Jeffrey GarnettDecember 6, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    Use the online app to buy LIRR tickets
  • Laura K.
    Laura Kelland-MayAugust 10, 2014
    Get in the front car an watch the track through the front -peep hole. Very cool
  • Brookelyn S.
    Brookelyn SuddellNovember 2, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The new Jamba Juice opened up!! Although the service is pretty slow and the scones are more like stones . . . The juices are just as delicious as ever!
  • Nick I.
    Nick IlyinDecember 29, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The harder you push, the faster everyone moves down to the tracks. Or at least that's what everyone seems to think.
  • Mark D.
    Mark DregerApril 12, 2012
    This station sucks and needs a total remodel. They especially need better info for reaching the airport – as taking the train is actually quite easy, you just need to know how to do it.
  • David W.heart icon on user image
    David WozniakFebruary 25, 2015
    Take one of the NJ Transfer trains right to Newark Airport! Look for "EWR" on the departure table!
  • Kathryn Y.
    Kathryn YuAugust 15, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    The best way to get to Flushing, Queens is using the LIRR. You'll get to Main Street in about 20 minutes.
  • Jillian W
    Jillian WJune 7, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Use the elbows....survival of the fittest. Running across Penn is a great workout.
  • Pietro F.
    Pietro FilipponiFebruary 15, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The book store on the North end has great deals on new releases and magazines
  • juan p.
    juan pinedaMay 23, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    There is an outlet in the west corridor by the e train on the monitor kiosk in front of track 16
  • William B.
    William BrennanJanuary 24, 2017
    Been here 50+ times
    Taking down the big screen.. end of an era..
  • Anneke J.
    Anneke JongSeptember 28, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    plug hunter: there are 2 electrical outlets on the north side of the 7/8 east escalators (by the hudson news).
  • Keith K.
    Keith KaplanMarch 17, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Be sure to check when your train leaves and have a few minutes to wait because they leave on time for the most part.
  • Todd S.
    Todd SimmonsAugust 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The grimly hectic atmosphere in the NJ Transit waiting area makes it EZ to understand your loved one's desire to get to EWR & out of town.
  • Paul P.
    Paul PascoMarch 23, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    Moe's Southwest Grill is a good place to eat while waiting for your train. Same with Charlie's subs. Just watch for the shady people in the back seating area at Charlie's
  • Alexis Marie D.
    Alexis Marie DesignsFebruary 22, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    If you're in front of me and walking slow when I'm trying to catch my train home, I will tackle you...just sayin'.
  • Jenn
    JennMay 8, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Don't forget to go to Zaro's and pick up a black and white cookie or a bagel.
  • AJ
    AJMarch 17, 2012
    The classical piano music they have playing is extremely calming ;)
  • Bill B.
    Bill BeehnerApril 24, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Check the time posted inside the station against your phone and/or watch - almost always a few minutes difference.
  • Marlon G.heart icon on user image
    Marlon GayleMarch 2, 2015
    I love to post up and drink a beer when I'm passing thru
  • Lohan™ M.heart icon on user image
    Lohan™ Maximus ジOctober 27, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    This place is so easy to get lost in. Bring a guide dog because no one will help u find anything.
  • sablerheart icon on user image
    sablerOctober 26, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    A nice place...in an alternate universe.
  • National Museum of American History S.
    National Museum of American History Smithsonian InstitutionApril 21, 2011
    Visiting this train station with kids? Make the most of your trip with a guide to exploring train stations (on page 6) Read more
  • Anonymous, s.
    Anonymous, since 2018December 21, 2019
    Thousands of people trying to move around in tiny spaces, although it’s NYC so what do you expect?!
  • Jeff P.heart icon on user image
    Jeff PetrielloJuly 28, 2016
    Been here 25+ times
    Good thing you're here to leave.
  • Kayvon M.
    Kayvon MesbahSeptember 22, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Phone dying? There are three outlets on the 8th Avenue side. Life savers.
  • sablerheart icon on user image
    sablerMay 9, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    If misery loves company, this is where they hold the annual convention.
  • Paul F.heart icon on user image
    Paul FortJune 13, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Pizza Hut executives were inspired to invent cheesey crust pizza when they saw a rat eating rotten cheese and stale bread on track 18
  • Tali K.
    Tali KeteriSeptember 11, 2011
    Hate everyone while trying to get to where u need to go while in new York city only speed. It'll make ur commute much more enjoyable
  • Armand
    ArmandDecember 20, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Pro move: enter on 8th Avenue instead of 7th 😎
  • Joe C.
    Joe ChasseJune 1, 2012
    Using etickets? Get here early in case it doesn't scan. Otherwise you will be stuck in a long customer service line & may miss your train.
  • BestDelegate b.
    BestDelegate bestdelegate.comOctober 7, 2010
    Heading to CMUNNY V this weekend? Take the 1 train uptown to 116th st. (or take the 2/3 and transfer at 96th to the 1 train for a faster ride)
  • Andrew A.
    Andrew AthiasNovember 19, 2011
    Try the cheese pizza at the pizzeria next to krispy kremes. Nothing beats real nyc pizza.
  • Barb F.
    Barb FredaApril 27, 2010
    Go out to 'wichcraft express at 32nd and Broadway for a great fast meal; I can reco the pressed gruyere with caramelized onions on rye.
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New York Penn Station
1 Penn Plz (btwn W 31st & W 33rd St)
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Penn Station is the major intercity train station and a major commuter rail hub in New York City. Serving 300,000 passengers a day at a rate of up to a thousand every 90 seconds, it is the busiest passenger transportation facility in the United States and by far the busiest train station in North America.
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