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Crailo State Historic Site
State historic house museum exploring early Dutch settlement, trade, and daily life along the upper Hudson.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$31
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$32
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 19
5
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Syracuse, NY 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 Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 5 trains from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY, including 5 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 13 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.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $967.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $967 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY:
A bus is $18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY costing on average $58.
A bus is $928 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY costing on average $967.
Other travel options to Rensselaer, NY take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 5h 29m.
Tickets start at around $58 compared to roughly $41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.51. The journey takes 3h 0m versus 2h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:59 PM Syracuse, NY | 2h40 | 4:39 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:59 PM Syracuse, NY | 2h40 | 5:39 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:51 PM Syracuse, NY | 3h13 | 10:04 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 PM Syracuse, NY | 3h11 | 10:05 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:54 PM Syracuse, NY | 3h11 | 11:05 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 but you can travel from only $27 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:04, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 7:04 AM |
Last train 7:05 PM |
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State historic house museum exploring early Dutch settlement, trade, and daily life along the upper Hudson.
Regional history museum in nearby Troy with changing exhibitions on local culture, industry, and the Hudson Valley.
College museum presenting contemporary and historical art in thoughtfully curated exhibitions open to the public.
Scenic riverside trail and public park with skyline views, walking paths, and a popular overlook above the Hudson.
Popular urban rail-trail crossing forests and neighborhoods, suited to walking and cycling near Rensselaer.
Wooded city park with sports fields, picnic spots, and easy local walks for a relaxed outdoor stop.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Syracuse, NY 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.

Most Syracuse, NY to Rensselaer, NY trains use the Syracuse Station to Albany-Rensselaer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Syracuse, NY and Rensselaer, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Syracuse Station is 3 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
Syracuse Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, The Mission Restaurant
Ticket office support is available at Syracuse Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Syracuse Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Syracuse Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Syracuse Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Syracuse Station.
Nearby hotels include Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse, Comfort Inn & Suites Airport, Best Western Syracuse Downtown Hotel and Suites.
New York State Fair is 7 km from Syracuse city centre. Public transport options include:
New York State Fair has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York State Fair.
Albany-Rensselaer Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station.
Ticket office support is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Albany-Rensselaer Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Albany-Rensselaer Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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