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Busbud recommends taking the train from Newark to RensselaerAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rensselaer. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Newark, NJ to Rensselaer: Trip Overview
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Based on 5493 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 $216
Newark to Rensselaer Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Rensselaer was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $306To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Rensselaer, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $306 to $371 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Rensselaer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $306 which is on 2025-10-01.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Newark to Rensselaer is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Rensselaer you take, 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.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Newark and Rensselaer, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Newark to Rensselaer, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
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