Question 1

How come the train leaves from Rensselaer and not Albany?

Accepted Answer

The Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station is the train station that serves the Albany area. Although it is right across the Hudson River from downtown Albany, the station is technically located in Rensselaer, NY.

Question 2

What is the cheapest train from Albany to NYC?

Accepted Answer

Amtrak has several lines that run from the Albany-Rensselaer Station in Albany to New York City. Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited line offers the cheapest average price at about $49, but there is only one Lake Shore Limited trip offered per day. If you need to take a different train that fits your schedule better, all Amtrak tickets for this trip typically cost around $50, or just over.

Question 3

Is there an express train from Albany-Rensselaer to NYC?

Accepted Answer

There is technically an express train from Rensselaer to NYC: Amtrak’s Ethan Allen Express between New York City and Rutland, VT, is designated express, but the trip from Rensselaer to New York usually takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and as little as 2 hours 20 minutes — just like the other Amtrak options for this route.

Question 4

Is there a bus from Albany to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 23 direct bus trips per day from Albany to New York, with tickets averaging about $23. Bus lines that cover this route include Adirondack Pool, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, Megabus and Peter Pan Lines. Buses leave from within Albany rather than Rensselaer.

Question 5

Is it safe to travel by train from Rensselaer to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all train passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the train.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 6

What is the busiest day for trains from Albany to New York?

Accepted Answer

Trains from Albany to New York are the busiest on Saturday. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or to have extra room to stretch out, you might consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as that tends to be the least traveled day of the week.

Question 7

Which train should you take from Rensselaer to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 train lines with service from Rensselaer, New York to New York, New York. Amtrak Empire Service is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 7 trains each day.

Question 8

How do you find cheap train tickets from Albany to New York?

Accepted Answer

In the last month, $36.00 was the average price of a train ticket from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY. This is a good price that is inexpensive compared to most train fares. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 11 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $14.19 more than that for a same-day booking.

Question 9

Is there a direct train from Rensselaer to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 9 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Rensselaer to New York.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New York to Rensselaer. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Rensselaer to New York for $14.99.

Question 10

How long is the train ride from Albany to New York?

Accepted Answer

The distance between Rensselaer and New York is approximately 134 miles, or 216 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 34 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 23 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Question 11

When are the first and last trains of the day?

Accepted Answer

The earliest train departs Rensselaer at 5:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 12

Where is the train station in New York?

Accepted Answer

New York has one train station:

Question 13

Where is the train station in Rensselaer?

Accepted Answer

There is one train station in Rensselaer:

Lowest Price	$36.00
Fastest Train	2h 23m
Trains Per Day	9
Train Lines	4

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Empire Service	7	2h 33m	$38.07
Amtrak Ethan Allen Express	1	2h 35m	$37.71
Amtrak Lake Shore Limited	1	2h 38m	$38.84
Amtrak Maple Leaf	1	2h 40m	$39.14

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