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The experts at The New Yorker and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
"Ridding Amtrak love it!!"(111 Tips)
"The best bagels in the morning are at zaro's near NJ transit"(63 Tips)
"Acela to DC or Boston is awesome."(25 Tips)
"Very efficient (most of the time) in spite of how crowded it gets."(29 Tips)

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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.
Lorena NascimentoSeptember 9, 2014
Plenty of fast food restaurant. Don't leave hungry.
Neha KulkarniMay 25, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Go to the Starbucks closer to the 8th ave side during rush hour...shorter lines!
Jeremy KuriloffSeptember 20, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Escalators are functional 1/200th of the time. Might as well be in a third world country.
John WNovember 4, 2018
Busy, Busy and a mass of Humanity at Rush Hour
Thomas Vander WalJanuary 25, 2023
Been here 10+ times
New Penn Station is a great improvement.
Bradley PortnoyJune 30, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Grab a beer and sandwich at the regular old deli. Makes the trip home much more pleasant.
Tinkerella66 Thats right!!!September 4, 2013
Been here 25+ times
First class is awesome!!! Acela lounge .. Love it Thank you Amtrak :)
Erin RotherAugust 22, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Hankering for a taste of Canada? Try a maple glazed creme donut from the Tim Horton's downstairs.
Michael HaaralaMarch 26, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Typical transit hub fast food joints, but some healthier options (like Pret) are scattered throughout.
Jeffrey BehmDecember 4, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Safe travels. Make sure to buy your tickets for NJ Transit before getting on the train. Buying from the ticket taker will cost you extra.
Charlotte S.March 4, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Sprint to your train, get a seat, take a nap, wake up at Ronkonkoma.
Tom McNovember 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
If the ticket lines are long trying using the mobile ticketing apps for NJTransit and Amtrak
Lindsey SummersJanuary 19, 2019
As an out of towner the lack of signage for exit made me panic a bit!
ImSo_BrooklynFebruary 8, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Super busy all the time! Good food places.
Jay SMay 17, 2012
Instead of waiting on line for your Amtrak train, take the stairs directly to the platform from the NJT level below.
Nick BourneFebruary 7, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Don't wait at 5/6 East for Albany. Go to 5/6 West even though it's across from East, no one waits by it and you'll be the first one in the car.
Jason LeibowitzNovember 15, 2011
Been here 50+ times
The Quik-Trak ticketing system cannot read barcodes off an iPhone, so be sure to print out your confirmation.
Akash BhatiaApril 8, 2013
Why is this the only place in NYC that is exempt from the "move to the right" on escalators policy?
eric bornemannAugust 31, 2020
Been here 50+ times
All the ambiance of a run down shopping mall. So sad compared to what used to be here.
Dani BaronofskyNovember 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
One of the busiest train stations in the world and you'll barely even see any trains…
Lucas 🌊September 16, 2014
Try the trains, they're great here :P
Anthony CaporaleJanuary 7, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Check out http://www.artofthedrink.tv for great drink suggestions to enjoy while waiting for your train!
Maya DAugust 12, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Ladies who use the bathroom at Penn station, please don't forget to wash your hands as you rush out!
Pedro GarciaMarch 19, 2012
The Amtrack waiting room is amazing.. You can stay away of the noisy while you're waiting for your train.
MeliNovember 20, 2014
Been here 50+ times
Can the Amtrak help center people be any ruder? They are an obnoxious bunch of people who aren't very willing to help customers.
Mike PearsonMay 4, 2010
Been here 100+ times
If taking NJ transit or LIRR, try to use the 8th avenue side by Amtrak. The lines to get on the train are shorter and there is more room to breathe. You might even get a better seat on the train.
Jason WongMay 21, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Try the trains, they'll get you where you want to go
Manhattan Mini StorageNovember 22, 2010
Going shopping? Pick up something extra for the Partnership for the Homeless Toy Drive! You can drop off a new, unwrapped toy at any one of Manhattan Mini Storage's 17 storage locations Read more
Amy CAugust 29, 2010
Going to the beach? Make sure you get the beach deals/getaways button when buying your ticket. Includes ticket and beach pass!
Mark SalacinskiSeptember 19, 2013
Been here 5+ times
View departures on your phone: http://dv.njtransit.com/mobile/tid-mobile.aspx?sid=Ny
Ken EricsonJune 18, 2013
Been here 10+ times
protip: go out the 31st street exit and you can avoid the cabline.
HowcastJuly 21, 2011
Support the green community and make your transportation environment-friendly!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-1s49stuJA Read more
Joe MillerApril 6, 2011
Go to the Amtrak waiting area and check out the running video on how Amtrak's K-9 unit dogs are selected and trained.
DunjaOctober 17, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Looking for free wifi? Check out the Amtrak Connect corner.
Bob DiamondAugust 22, 2019
Been here 100+ times
A train . Yes
Mike HornNovember 12, 2011
Been here 50+ times
I will always predict my track and go wait down there before its called just to ensure I can sit and you can't.
@cfnobleDecember 18, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Riding NJ Transit or LIRR? Use the 8th avenue (Amtrak) side of the station. Less congestion, shorter lines. And often better seats on the train!
Jenn EMarch 4, 2012
Been here 10+ times
wait for your train downstairs - there are monitors and you don't have to wait in line!
Avi MuchnickOctober 27, 2011
Heads up: despite rumors to the contrary, all LIRR train passengers are "absolutely required" to wear bottoms "at all times."
AndrewNovember 27, 2016
Been here 50+ times
Nothing is good here. Every time you are here a little piece of your soul dies.
Hasnain RazaAugust 12, 2017
Good cafes and basic facilities.
sablerJune 20, 2015
Been here 100+ times
True fact: housed in a complex that's *literally* shaped like a toilet.
Courtney KleinJune 22, 2016
Been here 50+ times
This is where all joy goes to die.
Molly OAugust 2, 2011
If your train starts or ends in Albany, there's no cafe car, so stock up on snacks at Penn.
Christina CosterJune 3, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Use the terminal at the far end near Starbucks and Subway. SO Less crowded.
Andre ParrisApril 7, 2011
Been here 10+ times
NJT commuter? Try using the elevators to get to and from your track...especially when people are using the stairs in the opposite direction.
Brian CooperJuly 29, 2010
Stop by TGIF on lower main LIRR level and ask for Sal!! He rocks and they have great happy hour deals daily till 7pm
Anne LacDecember 15, 2010
Been here 100+ times
For the Coach USA shuttle from port authority to the Izod center- buy your tix at windows 11-12 on ground level and pick up bus at Area X (41st bw 8th and 9th).
Wayne RichmondMay 13, 2011
Been here 50+ times
If you get to the top of the escalator and your not sure which way to go, the correct way is FORWARD!!

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