How much is the train ticket from Albany to Newark?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Newark start from R 820. The average price for this train route is around R 1 194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Albany to Newark?

The average train journey time from Albany to Newark is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 215 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Newark route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 21 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Albany to Newark departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 19:40.

Train Albany to Newark from R 773 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h	23:40	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h	23:40	Penn Station	No tags
Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 1h	21:16	Penn Station	No tags
Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 1h	21:22	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h	23:40	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 36m	11:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 36m	11:51	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	15:21	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h	23:40	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 1m	10:51	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 10m	13:15	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 36m	11:51	Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 55m	00:35	Penn Station	Cheapest
	Train	16:30	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	3h 38m	20:08	Penn Station	Fastest
	Train	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 51m	13:06	Penn Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	13:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 8m	17:13	Penn Station	No tags
	Train	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 51m	13:06	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:42 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 562, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 562 - R 2 824	Average duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 820 - R 10 871	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

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

Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport

Newark, NJ

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

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 820

Amtrak Albany Newark recent customer reviews

Fastest and fastest

Radiyatu A.

16 September 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ 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 Albany to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Newark start from R 820. The average price for this train route is around R 1 194. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Newark?
The average train journey time from Albany to Newark is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 215 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Newark route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 21 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Newark?
The earliest train from Albany to Newark departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 19:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 855

25/01

R 1 134

Today

R 1 003

27/01

R 954

28/01

R 871

29/01

R 954

30/01

R 1 233

31/01

R 871

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 855

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

You can expect to pay from R 855 to R 10 681 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 871, which is on 2026-01-28.