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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Rensselaer
    Destination location: Rensselaer Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Rensselaer
    Destination location: Rensselaer Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Rensselaer
    Destination location: Rensselaer Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Rensselaer
    Destination location: Rensselaer Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: August 18 at
    Destination city: Rensselaer
    Destination location: Rensselaer Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Rensselaer.

Bus
Average Price$145 - $324Average Duration1d 10h
28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$149 - $158Average Duration1d 1h
101kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York City to Rensselaer

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rensselaer. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
$149Cheapest ticket
101kgCO₂ emissions

Train New York City to Rensselaer: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$149
Average train trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure6:02am
Distance686 miles (1106 km)
Latest train departure6:40am

New York City to Rensselaer Train

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $565 for a train ticket from New York City to Rensselaer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2025-08-17.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Rensselaer, 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 New York City and Rensselaer 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.

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What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Rensselaer?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between New York City and Rensselaer is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $149 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $149. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Rensselaer, choose the train, as it will take you from New York City to Rensselaer in about 1d 1h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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