What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $45 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Rensselaer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York and arriving at Albany. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Rensselaer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

The distance between Manhattan and Rensselaer is 142 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Rensselaer without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

The train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station takes 2h 31m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Rensselaer bus from?

Manhattan to Rensselaer bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Rensselaer train from?

Manhattan to Rensselaer train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train or bus from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $100 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Manhattan to Rensselaer bus arrive?

Manhattan to Rensselaer bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany station.

Where does the Manhattan to Rensselaer train arrive?

Manhattan to Rensselaer train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Rensselaer is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Manhattan to Rensselaer.

How do I get a train ticket from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manhattan to Rensselaer?

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Where can I stay near Rensselaer?

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There are 5 ways to get from Manhattan to Rensselaer by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
2h 31m
$45–95
Bus via Columbus Av/W 84 St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New York, NY to Albany-Rensselaerbus Nyc
4h 30m
$23–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus Adt A278 / ...
2h 45m
$29–100
Drive 144.5 mi
1. Drive from Manhattan to Rensselaercar 144.5 mi
2h 40m
$27–39
Bus, fly, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from E 125 St/Lexington Av to Laguardia Rd/94 Stbus
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
3. Take the bus from Colonie Station - Central Ave & Northway Mall to Broadway/SUNY Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Avbus
3h 44m
$72–511

Manhattan to Rensselaer by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Manhattan, NY, USA and Rensselaer, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from New York to Albany every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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