The cheapest and fastest trains from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, 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 Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 5 trains that leave Utica Station, Utica, NY for Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY on Thu, Jun 04, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 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.
280 Empire Service7:58 AM1h44Utica Station, Utica, NY9:42 AMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$361One-way0 transfers
64 Maple Leaf3:52 PM2h12Utica Station, Utica, NY6:04 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$421One-way0 transfers
284 Empire Service10:51 AM1h48Utica Station, Utica, NY12:39 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$421One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited12:42 PM2h11Utica Station, Utica, NY2:53 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$571One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited12:42 PM2h11Utica Station, Utica, NY2:53 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$571One-way0 transfers
280 Empire Service7:58 AM1h44Utica Station, Utica, NY9:42 AMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$361One-way0 transfers
284 Empire Service10:51 AM1h48Utica Station, Utica, NY12:39 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$421One-way0 transfers
448 Lake Shore Limited12:42 PM2h11Utica Station, Utica, NY2:53 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$571One-way0 transfers
48 Lake Shore Limited12:42 PM2h11Utica Station, Utica, NY2:53 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$571One-way0 transfers
64 Maple Leaf3:52 PM2h12Utica Station, Utica, NY6:04 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$421One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$30 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY:
A bus is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 5m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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280 Empire Service | 7:58 AM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 1h44 | 9:42 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
284 Empire Service | 10:51 AM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 1h48 | 12:39 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
48 Lake Shore Limited | 12:42 PM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 2h11 | 2:53 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
448 Lake Shore Limited | 12:42 PM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 2h11 | 2:53 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
64 Maple Leaf | 3:52 PM Utica Station, Utica, NY | 2h12 | 6:04 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
Trains from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:59, the last at 20:53. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 11:59 AM |
Last train 8:53 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Utica Station, Utica, NY and Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY from $19 (€15). 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 Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, 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 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Utica Station, Utica, NY to Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- The Tailor and the Cook
- Ocean Blue Restaurant & Oyster Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Utica
- Hotel Utica
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and scenic railroad services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
- 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.

