The cheapest and fastest trains from Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
6 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stamford, CT for Rensselaer, NY on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 6 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 48 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.


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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €58. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €58, and a train costs an average of €61.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€92 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:28 PM Stamford, CT | 6h48 | 4:16 AM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY
Trains from Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $72 (€58) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:55 |
Train companies: Metro-North Railroad (MNR), Amtrak Acela, Amtrak from Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY trainsMetro-North Railroad (MNR), Amtrak Acela, Amtrak trains will get you between Stamford, CT and Rensselaer, NY from $72 (€58). 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 Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT to Rensselaer, NY
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Washington Blvd.
- Colony Grill
- Barcelona Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa
- The Lloyd Stamford, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Sheraton Stamford Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for Metro-North Railroad
- Hall 2: platforms 4-5 for Amtrak services
- Metro-North Railroad: New Haven Line
- Bus: CT Transit Stamford
- 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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