The cheapest and fastest trains from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
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 $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rensselaer, NY for New York, NY on Tue, Feb 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 2 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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, 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 €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest | €368 Average price |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 27m Average total duration 12h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Monday, February 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
232 Empire Service | 10:25 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h20 | 12:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
234 Empire Service | 11:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h31 | 2:21 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
236 Empire Service | 1:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h30 | 3:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
280 Empire Service | 3:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h40 | 5:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
240 Empire Service | 4:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h30 | 6:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
238 Empire Service | 5:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 7:45 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 9:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h32 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
244 Empire Service | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 12:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 17 | |||||
64 Maple Leaf | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 3:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
68 Adirondack | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2h35 | 3:15 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Feb 17
Feb 18
Feb 19
Feb 20
Feb 21
Feb 22
Feb 23
How far in advance should I book train tickets from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY?
Journey information
Overview: Train from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Trains from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€36) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, 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 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€36) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 20m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 23:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Rensselaer, NY and New York, NY from $22 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
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
Most popular train connections from Rensselaer, NY
More options for your journey from Rensselaer, NY to New York, NY
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
