How much is the train ticket from Albany to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Philadelphia start at $79. The average price for this train route is around $149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Albany to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from Albany to Philadelphia takes 5h 11m and covers 322 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Albany to Philadelphia departs at 5:25am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Train Albany to Philadelphia from $74 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 11m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 45m	1:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 45m	1:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	10:27pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	4:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 35m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 5m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	4:30pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 46m	9:16pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h	2:15pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h	2:15pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 5m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	4:30pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 46m	9:16pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 15m	1:30pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	6:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 15m	1:30pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 11m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	11:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 17m	4:32pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 11m	12:51am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 7m	2:12pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 20m	11:10am	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

63bus per day

7h 35mAverage Duration

323 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $260	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $810	Average Duration5h 11m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,747 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5747 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $79

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Albany to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Philadelphia start at $79. The average price for this train route is around $149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Albany to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Albany to Philadelphia takes 5h 11m and covers 322 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Albany to Philadelphia departs at 5:25am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-19

$155

01-20

$105

Today

$105

01-22

$152

01-23

$142

01-24

$105

01-25

$120

01-26

$91

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $91

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $91 to $1,005 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2026-01-26.