The cheapest and fastest trains from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Buffalo, NY for Rensselaer, NY on Sun, Mar 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 08 the direct trains cover the 420 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
On Sun, Mar 08 the slowest trains will take 8 h 31 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.
280 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
64 Maple Leaf
284 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited
280 Empire Service
284 Empire Service
64 Maple Leaf
284 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore LimitedTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
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$63 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $100 Average price |
5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY trains for today, Saturday, March 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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64 Maple Leaf | 5:25 PM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 5h40 | 11:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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280 Empire Service | 8:28 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 5h14 | 1:42 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service | 11:22 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 5h17 | 4:39 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service · 448 Lake Shore Limited | 11:22 AM Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 8h31 | 7:53 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Trains from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average train duration 5h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 19:05 |
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Low season Jan - Mar |
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Best day to book ahead 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Buffalo, NY and Rensselaer, NY from $51 (€41). 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 Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Buffalo, NY to Rensselaer, NY
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
- 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.
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