The Bronx to Albany by train
Albany lies 201 km (125 mi) north of The Bronx, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 43 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 245 km (152 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| The Bronx | Albany | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.4 million | 101,228 |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Yankees – East 153rd Street, Wakefield station, Melrose station | Union Station |
Where to book trains from The Bronx to Albany
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Common questions
How far is Albany from The Bronx?
201 km (125 mi) in a straight line, north of The Bronx; by road roughly 245 km (152 mi).
How long does it take to get from The Bronx to Albany by train?
About 2 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between The Bronx and Albany?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.