Top 5 Amazing Winter Train Routes From New York

What could be cozier than watching picturesque snow-covered hills whizz past while on a train ride? So, we've rounded up five Amtrak train routes from New York City that guarantee beautiful snowy views all winter long. They leave directly from the Pennsylvania Station, so it will be easy for you to get to the place of departure, writes Secret nyc.

Most of these trains offer business class travel with more legroom and complimentary drinks. As well as cafe service so you can really relax.

1. The Adirondack

Montreal - Albany - New York

Even if you don't see snow in New York, you will definitely see it at this train's destination: Canada! This route starts from Pennsylvania Station, passes through the snow-covered Hudson Valley in New York. Then it gets to the state capital - Albany and, finally, ends in the charming city of Montreal. By the way, this route is included in the top 10 most scenic train rides in the world.

Duration of the trip: 10 hours

Heading off: Daily

2. Lake shore limited

New York/Boston - Albany - Chicago

The winter season is perhaps the best time to travel on the Lake Shore Line, which runs from New York to Chicago. You can admire countless views of frozen lakes and snow-covered shores. Drive through South Bend, Cleveland and Buffalo along some of the most scenic coastlines in the country such as the south shore of Lake Michigan, the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal.

Trip duration: 19 hours

Heading off: Daily

3. The Vermonter

St. Albans - Essex Junction (Burlington) - Springfield - New York - Washington DC

Where is the best place on the East Coast in winter if not in Vermont? This route actually connects St. Albans in northern Vermont with Washington, DC. But you can take the New York stop and go either way. Whichever way you go, the winter views will be amazing.

Trip duration: 13 hours 45 minutes

Heading off: Daily

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4. Empire Service

New York - Albany - Syracuse - Rochester - Buffalo - Niagara Falls

Have you ever wanted to see the famous Niagara Falls frozen? Okay, it doesn't actually freeze. But in cold weather it really becomes an Arctic beauty! The Empire Service line departs from New York City and heads upstate through Albany, Syracuse, Rochester, Buffalo and finally to Niagara Falls.

Trip duration: 7 hours 20 minutes

Heading off: Several times a day

5. Ethan Allen Express

Rutland (Virginia) - Albany - New York

This trip takes less than half the time of the Vermonter and doesn't go as far upstate. But it still promises beautiful views of the snowy countryside.

Trip duration: 5 hours 30 minutes

Heading off: Daily