The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 1 trains that leave Albany, NY for Jersey City, NJ on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €465.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €476 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 45m Average total duration 10h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
238 Empire Service | 5:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 7:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service | 6:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h40 | 8:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service+ 2255 Acela | 6:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h08 | 10:13 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
284 Empire Service · 669 Keystone Service | 6:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h29 | 10:34 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 57 Vermonter | 7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h29 | 12:17 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express | 7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h36 | 10:24 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 9:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h32 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited · 167 Northeast Regional | 9:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h11 | 2:21 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
244 Empire Service | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 12:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
244 Empire Service · 165 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 3h52 | 1:22 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
244 Empire Service · 165 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 3h47 | 1:17 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
64 Maple Leaf · 169 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h55 | 5:35 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 139 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 25h56 | 2:36 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
64 Maple Leaf | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 3:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h00 | 4:40 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
64 Maple Leaf · 65 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h00 | 4:40 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 3:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
68 Adirondack · 169 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 4h55 | 5:35 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:25 AM Albany, NY | 2h20 | 11:45 AM Jersey City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ
Trains from Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $32 (€25) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 01:49 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Jersey City, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Jersey City, NJ from $32 (€25). 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 Jersey City, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Jersey City, 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 Jersey City, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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