The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to New York, NY
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany, NY to New York, NY will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
Of the 4 trains that leave Albany, NY for New York, NY on Sat, Nov 29, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 217 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
232 Empire Service
64 Maple Leaf
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232 Empire Service
236 Empire Service
234 Empire Service
64 Maple LeafTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a flight costs an average of €339.
Distance: 217 km
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€100 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €532 Average price |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Albany, NY to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to New York, NY trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6281 AMTRAK · 244 Empire Service | 5:20 PM Albany, NY | 6h45 | 12:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
6281 AMTRAK · 48 Lake Shore Limited | 5:20 PM Albany, NY | 6h22 | 11:42 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to New York, NY
Trains from Albany, NY to New York, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:49, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €46 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 01:49 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and New York, NY from €21. 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 Albany, NY to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to New York, 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany, NY to New York, NY
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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