How much does a train ticket from Albany to Newark cost?

The average train ticket price from Albany to Newark is $174. The best way to find train tickets from Albany to Newark 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 train trip from Albany to Newark?

A train trip between Albany and Newark is around 6h 22m, although the fastest train will take about 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 230 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Albany and Newark?

The number of trains from Albany to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Albany to Newark by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Albany (NY) to Newark (DE), US | Amtrak

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from $212

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Trains leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 9 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Arrival time: May 9 at 7:27pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 22m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 9 at 8:15am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Arrival time: May 9 at 1:39pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 5h 24m
Departure time: May 9 at 8:15am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Arrival time: May 9 at 1:39pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 5h 24m
Departure time: May 9 at 8:15am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Arrival time: May 9 at 1:39pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 5h 24m
Departure time: May 9 at 1:05pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Arrival time: May 9 at 7:27pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 22m

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Train Albany to Newark: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$174

Average train trip duration6h 22m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure8:15am

Distance231 miles (371 km)

Latest train departure1:05pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,092 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5092 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $90.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Albany to Newark Train

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Best price found

04/30

$109

05/01

$130

Today

$187

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05/05

$103

05/06

$91

05/07

$109

The cheapest trip from Albany to Newark was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $91

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

You can expect to pay from $91 to $310 for a train ticket from Albany to Newark based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-05-06.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Albany and Newark is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Newark.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Newark you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Albany and Newark compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Albany to Newark while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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Trains tickets from Albany (NY) to Newark (DE), US