How much is the train ticket from Rensselaer to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from Rensselaer to New York City start from $110. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 Rensselaer to New York City?

The average train ride duration from Rensselaer to New York City is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 686 miles (1107 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Rensselaer to New York City route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rensselaer to New York City?

The earliest train departs from Rensselaer to New York City at 7:45pm. And the latest train departs at 7:45pm.

Train Rensselaer to New York City from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rensselaer to New York City on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:45pm	Rensselaer Station	1d 1h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:45pm	Rensselaer Station	1d 1h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:07 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rensselaer to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

686 milesDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $384	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $592	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e

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. 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 $110

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rensselaer to New York City 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 Rensselaer to New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from Rensselaer to New York City start from $110. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 Rensselaer to New York City?
The average train ride duration from Rensselaer to New York City is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 686 miles (1107 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Rensselaer to New York City route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Rensselaer to New York City?
The earliest train departs from Rensselaer to New York City at 7:45pm. And the latest train departs at 7:45pm.

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

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The cheapest trip from Rensselaer to New York City was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $105

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

You can expect to pay from $105 to $570 for a train ticket from Rensselaer to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $105 which is on 2026-01-29.