The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 3 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY for Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA on Wed, May 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
448 Lake Shore Limited3:27 PM1h03Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY4:30 PMPittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA$281One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited3:27 PM1h03Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY4:30 PMPittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA costing on average $40 (€32).
Other travel options to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 4m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€32) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-32.27 (€-25.83). The journey takes 1h 4m versus 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
448 Lake Shore Limited | 3:27 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1h03 | 4:30 PM Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA
Trains from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 19:27, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 7:27 PM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY and Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA from $4 (€3). 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 / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA 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 Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY to Pittsfield Station, Pittsfield, MA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main entrance with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
