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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Port Henry to Rensselaer per day. The average train journey from Port Henry to Rensselaer takes 2 hours and 49 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 98 mi (158 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 49m |
Lowest price | $30.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Adirondack |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Port Henry to Rensselaer?
Amtrak Adirondack is the one and only train line which connects Port Henry to Rensselaer. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Adirondack | 1 | 2h 49m | $30.89 |
Amtrak Adirondack is a cross-border international rail service linking New York City with Montreal in Canada. The ride across the state is very comfortable with generous seat widths and legroom, an onboard café service, power outlets for passenger use, and complimentary WiFi- not to mention gorgeous views of the Hudson Valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Port Henry to Rensselaer are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Port Henry at 4:00pm and arrives in Rensselaer around 2 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Rensselaer with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Rensselaer to Port Henry.
City Information
Rensselaer
Rensselaer is a small town located just across the Hudson River from the New York State capital, Albany. The Amtrak train station that serves Albany is actually located within Rensselaer, so many commuters and vacationers alike will pass through the city when traveling in the Hudson River Valley.
Rensselaer itself boasts a rich industrial tradition, and it was known as a major railway hub in the 19th century. One of the appealing local attractions in town is the Crailo State Historic Site. The site is a manor house, built in 1707, that today serves as a museum dedicated to the culture of Dutch colonists in New York State. More museums, activities, parks, and sights are waiting just across the river in Albany for the curious traveler.
The city of Rensselaer is an important transportation hub for Amtrak trains throughout the region, which include the Amtrak Empire Service, Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, Amtrak Maple Leaf, and Amtrak Ethan Allen Express. Between these services, Amtrak connects Rensselaer to New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond. The nearest airport to the city is the Albany International Airport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Port Henry?
Main departure station: 20 Park Pl
There is one train station in Port Henry.
All train stations in Port Henry:
20 Park Pl
Where is the train station in Rensselaer?
Main arrival station: Albany-Rensselaer Train Station
Rensselaer has one train station.
All train stations in Rensselaer:
Albany-Rensselaer Train Station
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