The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 31 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Edison, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a flight costs an average of $169.
Distance: 150 miles (243 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$96 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $266 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 1m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albany, NY to Edison, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Edison, NJ trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
234 Empire Service · 195 Northeast Regional | 10:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h47 | 3:37 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
234 Empire Service · 143 Northeast Regional | 10:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 3h31 | 2:21 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
236 Empire Service · 157 Northeast Regional | 12:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h24 | 4:39 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 161 Northeast Regional | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h34 | 6:39 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 87 Northeast Regional | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h35 | 7:40 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service+ 2255 Acela | 5:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h22 | 9:27 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service · 149 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h34 | 9:39 PM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
64 Maple Leaf · 169 Northeast Regional | 10:35 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h15 | 4:50 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
64 Maple Leaf · 67 Northeast Regional | 10:35 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h20 | 3:55 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 169 Northeast Regional | 11:40 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h10 | 4:50 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 11:40 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h15 | 3:55 AM Metropark Station, Iselin, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 5:25 AM Albany, NY | 3h20 | 8:45 AM Edison, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Albany, NY | 3h39 | 10:29 AM Edison, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Albany, NY | 3h48 | 12:03 PM Edison, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ
Trains from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (243 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 150 miles (243 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 06:50 |
Last train 19:48 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Edison, NJ from $41 (€33). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Edison, NJ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edison, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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