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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 21
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 21
2 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
2 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 21
1
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utica, 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 Utica, NY to Rensselaer, NY will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 1 trains from Utica, NY to Rensselaer, NY, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 12 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.


The table below shows live departures for Utica, NY to Rensselaer, NY trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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64 | 3:52 PM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 2h15 | 6:07 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Utica, NY to Rensselaer, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 7:45 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 Utica, 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 Utica, NY to Rensselaer, NY trains use the Utica Station to Albany-Rensselaer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Utica, NY and Rensselaer, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Utica Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Tailor and the Cook, Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Utica Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Utica Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Utica Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Utica Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Utica Station: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica, Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica, Hotel Utica.
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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