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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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 | Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Penn Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Albany
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 $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Albany, NY?
Newark, NJ
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Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
Train Companies
Based on 5782 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 $50
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $50. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Albany is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 134 miles (215 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 25 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Albany at 1:56am. And the latest train departs at 9:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $47To 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 $47 to $534 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 $52 which is on 2026-04-06.
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