The cheapest and fastest trains from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
3 h 36 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
It's difficult to get from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY without transferring at least 2 times.
8:56 AM3h54Ridgewood, NJ12:50 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
9:37 AM4h14Ridgewood, NJ1:51 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
11:26 AM4h19Ridgewood, NJ3:45 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
12:25 PM4h24Ridgewood, NJ4:49 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
2:17 PM4h03Ridgewood, NJ6:20 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
6:14 AM3h36Ridgewood, NJ9:50 AMAlbany, NY$1171One-way2 transfers
3:20 PM3h50Ridgewood, NJ7:10 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
4:35 PM3h53Ridgewood, NJ8:28 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
8:56 AM3h54Ridgewood, NJ12:50 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
5:19 PM3h56Ridgewood, NJ9:15 PMAlbany, NY$871One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $489.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $489 Average price |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 0m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:44 PM Ridgewood, NJ | 2h01 | 8:45 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 6:14 AM Ridgewood, NJ | 3h36 | 9:50 AM Albany, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:56 AM Ridgewood, NJ | 3h54 | 12:50 PM Albany, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:37 AM Ridgewood, NJ | 4h14 | 1:51 PM Albany, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:26 AM Ridgewood, NJ | 4h19 | 3:45 PM Albany, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Ridgewood, NJ | 4h24 | 4:49 PM Albany, NY | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY
Trains from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $26 (€20) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Trains from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ridgewood, NJ to Albany, 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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