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Columbia University to Albany–Rensselaer Station trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Columbia University and Albany–Rensselaer Station takes 3h and the fastest train takes 2h 49m. There is a train service every few hours from Columbia University to Albany–Rensselaer Station. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h
Duration
146 mi
Distance
$93
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain train Empire Service / ...
3h 54m
$78–123

Columbia University to Albany–Rensselaer Station train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Columbia University and Albany–Rensselaer Station. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Columbia University is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Albany–Rensselaer Station at 1:56 AM. All services require a transfer at 116 St-Columbia University and take an average of 3h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, October 27, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 146.1 mi
  • Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Columbia University, NY, USA and Albany–Rensselaer Station, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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