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New York State Museum
Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
The table below shows live departures for New City, NY to Albany, NY trains for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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243 Empire Service | 9:55 PM Yonkers Station, Yonkers, NY | 2h04 | 11:59 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
243 Empire Service | 10:14 PM Croton-Harmon, Croton-on-Hudson, NY | 1h45 | 11:59 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from New City, NY to Albany, NY run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Albany — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albany trip today.
Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
One of the oldest museums in the United States, known for Hudson River School paintings and exhibitions on regional history and art.
Historic World War II destroyer escort operating as a floating museum on the Hudson River, offering a distinctive naval history experience.
Modern civic complex with monumental architecture, fountains, memorials, and broad public spaces that are central to Albany sightseeing.
Albany's best-known urban park, popular for walking, seasonal blooms, and relaxed city views.
Lively neighborhood corridor known for independent shops, murals, nightlife, and a strong local character.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in spicy butter hot sauce, a classic Upstate New York bar food strongly associated with the region.
Roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway, a beloved regional sandwich from Western New York often found across the state.
Fried mozzarella served with raspberry melba sauce, a Capital Region favorite said to have local roots and common on Albany-area menus.
Established Italian restaurant loved for handmade pasta, robust wine list, and warm, intimate atmosphere near downtown Albany.
Long-running fine-dining restaurant known for refined Indonesian-influenced New American cuisine and polished special-occasion atmosphere.
Historic downtown seafood and steak restaurant, celebrated for its classic Albany dining room and old-school service.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining and coffee are fairly affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants for good service; 15-18% is lower end. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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