- New York City to Albany trains
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Cheapest | |||||
![]() | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Fastest | |||||
![]() | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ALB Airport | No tags | |||||
![]() | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | ALB Airport | No tags | |||||
![]() | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort and cleanliness of the seats, as well as timely arrivals. Many appreciated the fast travel time and smooth transfers. Some noted minor issues such as difficulty hearing announcements or feeling cold on board but overall found it a great way to travel.
Amtrak New York City Albany recent customer reviews
It was a very comfortable seat and the time really flew by as I was busy reading, etc. Would definitely recommend as a great way to travel.
Margot S.
It was great. Comfortable seats, lots of room, smooth transfer. Bar wasn't operational, but not important to me.
Andro M.
I didn't enjoy the fact that it was cold on the cart in was in. They had the air conditioner on when it was below 50 degrees outside. It was also raining outside. Conductor did nothing about it.
Narelle R.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Albany, NY
How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Albany cost?
The average train ticket price from New York City to Albany is $64. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from New York City to Albany?
A train trip between New York City and Albany is around 2h 30m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between New York City and Albany?
The number of trains from New York City to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York City to Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from New York City to Albany?
When taking the train from New York City to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $60 to $698 for a train ticket from New York City to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $60 which is on 2025-11-10.
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