How much is the train ticket from Albany to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start at $94. The average price for this train route is around $211. 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 Washington?

The average train trip from Albany to Washington takes 7h 6m and covers 499 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington 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 Washington?

The earliest train from Albany to Washington departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Train Albany to Washington from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:35pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	8h 25m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 20m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 20m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 14m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	10h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 8m	4:13pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 55m	11:55am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 25m	1:15pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 55m	11:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 57m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 39m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 14m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 57m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 39m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:35pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	8h 25m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 22
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:35pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	8h 25m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:07 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

7h 6mAverage Duration

499 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $265	Average Duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$94 - $925	Average Duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Washington, DC, US?

Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5787 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $94

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start at $94. The average price for this train route is around $211. 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 Washington?
The average train trip from Albany to Washington takes 7h 6m and covers 499 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from Albany to Washington departs at 5:00am. 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

04-13

$166

04-14

$129

Today

$151

04-16

$137

04-17

$226

04-18

$185

04-19

$226

04-20

$129

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $129

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $129 to $1,062 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 $129 which is on 2026-04-20.