One of two major train stations in New York City (the other is Grand Central Station), Penn Station is a hub for Amtrak, New Jersey Transit, the Long Island Rail Road and the subway. The Penn Station address is not only famous as a transit hub; the station sits below Madison Square Garden, a sports and concert venue that’s home to the New York Knicks and Rangers. It’s one of the busiest intersections in Manhattan—there are many hotels near Penn Station, plus shops and restaurants.
For the Penn Station transit schedule, it’s easiest to consult your specific mode of transportation’s website. The Amtrak train schedule at Penn Station is also posted on a large display in the main lobby, and NJ Transit and LIRR are shown on monitors near train gates. Note that during rush hour and on holidays the station becomes extremely crowded, with hundreds of people pressing through the small gate doors and down narrow stairs and escalators.
The Penn Station menu of dining options has improved slightly in recent years, though it’s still dominated by take-out vendors, pizza joints and chains such as Dunkin Donuts, Cinnabon, KFC and Subway. There are many restaurants near Penn Station, too, including Sbarro, Chipotle, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ and a bevy of Irish pubs.
It’s easy to get from Penn Station to other parts of the city. Taxis are plentiful here, and the subway 1, 2, 3, A, C and E trains connect to the station. It’s also a short walk from Times Square and Macy’s/Herald Square, two top NYC destinations.
