The cheapest and fastest trains from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$83
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY will cost around $83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 13 trains that leave Rensselaer, NY for New York, NY on Mon, May 18, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
230 Empire Service5:00 AM2h20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7:20 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$461One-way0 transfers
232 Empire Service5:55 AM2h20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY8:15 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$461One-way0 transfers
68 Adirondack7:40 PM2h35Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY10:15 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$531One-way0 transfers
238 Empire Service12:10 PM2h35Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY2:45 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$621One-way0 transfers
240 Empire Service11:15 AM2h30Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1:45 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$711One-way0 transfers
230 Empire Service5:00 AM2h20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY7:20 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$461One-way0 transfers
232 Empire Service5:55 AM2h20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY8:15 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$461One-way0 transfers
240 Empire Service11:15 AM2h30Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1:45 PMPenn Station, New York, NY$711One-way0 transfers
236 Empire Service8:15 AM2h30Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY10:45 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$831One-way0 transfers
234 Empire Service6:50 AM2h31Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY9:21 AMPenn Station, New York, NY$831One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $196.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$50 Average price | $42 Average price Cheapest | $458 Average price |
3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY costing on average $50 (€40).
A bus is $417 (€337) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY costing on average $458 (€370).
Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 0m.
Flight takes on average 12h 47m.
Live departures
Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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232 Empire Service | 5:55 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h20 | 8:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
234 Empire Service | 6:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h31 | 9:21 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
236 Empire Service | 8:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h30 | 10:45 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
230 Empire Service | 5:00 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h20 | 7:20 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Trains from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rensselaer, NY and New York, NY from $28 (€22). 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 Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rensselaer, NY to New York, 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
- 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.
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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