How to get from Albany to Trenton
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Trenton takes approximately 268 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
268 min
326.7 km
3 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
609
Departs from:
Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking:
19 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
2
Take
214
Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
(8 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4
Take
Empire Service
Train
Direction: New York
From Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
(4 stops, 160 min)
5
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Trenton
(4 stops, 60 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to S Clinton AVE AT Barlow St
7
Take
609
Bus
Direction: 609 Cc Quaker Bridge Mall-Exact Fare
From S Clinton AVE AT Barlow St
to Hamilton AVE AT Anderson St
(3 stops, 5 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Trenton
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Trenton
Trenton is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Trenton:
- Hamilton AVE AT Chambers St
- Hamilton AVE AT Bert Ave
- Hamilton AVE AT Anderson St
- Hamilton AVE AT Revere Ave
Alternative Route
322 min
337.2 km
2 transfers
ADT A531
1
Nec
Departs from:
Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
Walking:
46 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
to Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
2
Take
ADT A531
Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.)
From Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
(2 stops, 180 min)
3
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Times Sq-42 St
4
Take
1
Subway
Direction: South Ferry
From Times Sq-42 St
to 34 St-Penn Station
5
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to NEW York Penn Station
6
Take
Nec
Train
Direction: Trenton Transit Center
From NEW York Penn Station
to Trenton Transit Center
(13 stops, 92 min)
7
Walk 21 min (1.3 km)
✓
Arrive at Trenton
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Trenton.
How do I travel from Albany to Trenton in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Trenton takes approximately 268 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Trenton from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 322 minutes using the ADT A531 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Trenton without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 268 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Trenton?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and Hamilton AVE AT Anderson St in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Trenton by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Trenton in Albany takes approximately 268 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Trenton?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Trenton?
The nearest stop to Trenton is Hamilton AVE AT Anderson St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.