New-york · Traveler’s guide
Penn Station
Penn Station and Moynihan Train Hall form New York's largest rail hub in Midtown West, serving Amtrak, LIRR, and NJ Transit.
About Penn Station
- The busiest transit hub in the Western Hemisphere, beneath Midtown near Madison Square Garden.
- Serves Amtrak, Long Island Rail Road, NJ Transit, and multiple subway lines.
- No general public lockers; Amtrak checked baggage is only for eligible ticketed passengers.
- The modern Moynihan Train Hall on Eighth Avenue adds a skylit concourse and exits.
- Walking distance to the Empire State Building, Hudson Yards, and the High Line.
Penn Station, together with the adjacent Moynihan Train Hall, is the busiest transportation hub in the Western Hemisphere, serving Amtrak, Long Island Rail Road, and NJ Transit beneath Midtown West near Madison Square Garden. Millions pass through connecting between intercity trains, commuter lines, and the subway. There are no general-use public luggage lockers in the station, and Amtrak's checked-baggage service is limited to ticketed passengers on eligible routes. Travelers with a layover, an early arrival, or a late departure often have nowhere inside to leave suitcases. Storage partners a short walk from the Eighth Avenue and Moynihan exits let you drop bags securely, then walk to the Empire State Building, Hudson Yards, or the High Line without hauling luggage through the crowds.
Traveler services
Luggage storage near Penn Station
- 📍 Distance130m to reach the storage partner
- 🧳 Bag ruleNo general public luggage lockers at Penn Station; Amtrak offers checked baggage only for ticketed passengers, so most travelers use nearby storage partners.
- ⚡ BookingOnline, instant
How to get there
From the Moynihan Train Hall exit on Eighth Avenue, walk about 130m to reach the storage partner.
Bag policy
No general public luggage lockers at Penn Station; Amtrak offers checked baggage only for ticketed passengers, so most travelers use nearby storage partners.
Compare providers:
BounceLargest network; per-hour or per-day, app booking, insurance included.
- Most locations near landmarks
- Instant online booking
- Bag protection included
- Price varies by shop
- Some partners keep short hours
Car rental at Penn Station
Compare providers:
DiscoverCarsMeta-search across local + global suppliers; full-coverage add-on.
- Compares many suppliers
- Free cancellation options
- Good rates on local firms
- Quality varies by underlying supplier
GetRentacar.comMarketplace of local rental suppliers; wide worldwide coverage, deposit-free options common.
Economybookings.comBroker across budget suppliers worldwide; low headline rates, check add-ons at the desk.
Frequently asked questions
Are there luggage lockers at Penn Station?
No, Penn Station does not offer general public luggage lockers. Amtrak provides checked baggage only for ticketed passengers on certain routes. For flexible short-term storage, travelers use a partner within a short walk of the station exits.
Can I store bags during a train layover?
Yes. Since the station has no public lockers, a nearby storage location is the easiest option for a layover between trains. Drop your suitcases, explore Midtown, and return in time for your connection.
Where is luggage storage near Moynihan Train Hall?
Storage partners sit a few minutes' walk from the Moynihan and Eighth Avenue exits, often around 100 to 150 metres away. This keeps drop-off and pickup quick even with a tight schedule.