The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 trains that leave Albany, NY for New Haven, CT on Wed, Mar 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 11 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
On Wed, Mar 11 the slowest trains will take 11 h 44 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 and bus for Albany, NY to New Haven, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT 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 bus which can get you there in 3h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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$91 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest |
4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albany, NY to New Haven, CT train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to New Haven, CT trains for today, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
236 Empire Service · 54 Vermonter | 12:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h00 | 5:15 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
280 Empire Service · 82 Northeast Regional | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h56 | 8:01 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 168 Northeast Regional | 6:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h59 | 12:47 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
290 Ethan Allen Express · 54 Vermonter | 6:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 22h27 | 5:15 PM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
448 Lake Shore Limited · 479 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:27 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h28 | 12:55 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
448 Lake Shore Limited · 479 Amtrak Hartford Line | 7:27 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h33 | 1:00 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
244 Empire Service · 146 Northeast Regional | 8:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h07 | 1:37 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
68 Adirondack · 66 Northeast Regional | 11:40 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 11h44 | 11:24 AM Union Station, New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, March 11 | |||||
![]() | 12:40 AM Albany, NY | 11h44 | 12:24 PM New Haven, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT
Trains from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT run on average 10 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 5h 9m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 9m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest month Dec |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Sun |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and New Haven, CT from $28 (€23). 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 New Haven, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT 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 New Haven, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany, NY to New Haven, CT
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- Union League Cafe
- Zinc New Haven
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Study at Yale
- Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale
- New Haven Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metro-North services
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
- Hall 3: access to parking and car rental services
- Bus: CTtransit New Haven routes
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Acela Express
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
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