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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Washington, DC, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5630 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 $67
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US by train
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How much is the train ticket from Albany to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $168. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Albany to Washington is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 310 miles (499 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Albany to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albany to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Albany to Washington at 5:25am. And 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.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $63To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $63 to $750 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-12.
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