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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Rensselaer to Alderson. Traveling by train from Rensselaer to Alderson usually takes 14 hours, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 413 mi (664 km) |
Fastest train | 14h 0m |
Lowest price | $77.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Rensselaer to Alderson?
Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects Rensselaer to Alderson. 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 Cardinal | 1 | 14h 27m | $77.00 |
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from Rensselaer to Alderson per day, with an average trip length of 14 hours and 27 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Rensselaer and Alderson is approximately 413 miles, or 664 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Rensselaer to Alderson on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Rensselaer at 7:00pm and arrives in Alderson around 14 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Alderson 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 Alderson to Rensselaer.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Rensselaer?
Main departure station: 776 North Cullen Street
There is one train station in Rensselaer.
All train stations in Rensselaer:
776 North Cullen Street
Where is the train station in Alderson?
Main arrival station: 1 C&O Plz on Railroad Ave
Alderson has one train station.
All train stations in Alderson:
1 C&O Plz on Railroad Ave
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