How much is the train ticket from Newark to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Albany start from R 838. The average price for this train route is around R 1 220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Albany?

The average train journey time from Newark to Albany is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Albany route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 26 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Albany?

The earliest train from Newark to Albany departs at 01:56. And the latest train departs at 21:01.

Train Newark to Albany from R 790 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 21 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	09:47	Penn Station	4h 4m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	10:24	Penn Station	3h 27m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	08:07	Penn Station	4h 43m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	15:32	Penn Station	3h 38m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	08:07	Penn Station	4h 43m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 22 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	6h 4m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	10:24	Penn Station	3h 27m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	15:32	Penn Station	3h 38m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 23 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:54	Penn Station	4h 5m	23:59	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	10:24	Penn Station	3h 27m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	15:32	Penn Station	3h 38m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 24 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:54	Penn Station	4h 5m	23:59	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	10:24	Penn Station	3h 27m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	15:32	Penn Station	3h 38m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 27 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:54	Penn Station	4h 5m	23:59	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	10:24	Penn Station	3h 27m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	15:32	Penn Station	3h 38m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	04:48	Penn Station	5h 2m	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:12 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 838, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26train per day

4h 10mAverage duration

216 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 582 - R 2 565	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 838 - R 8 799	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Albany, NY?

Newark, NJ

A
Newark Liberty International Airport
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B
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5789 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 838

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Newark to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Albany start from R 838. The average price for this train route is around R 1 220. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Albany?
The average train journey time from Newark to Albany is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 26 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Albany?
The earliest train from Newark to Albany departs at 01:56. And the latest train departs at 21:01.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

19/04

R 1 697

20/04

R 891

Today

R 891

22/04

R 891

23/04

R 1 025

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R 790

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R 790

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY was searched and found on 24 Apr 2026 with a price of R 790

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 790 to R 8 868 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 790, which is on 2026-04-24.