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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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 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Erie
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5628 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 £43
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Erie by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Albany to Erie?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Erie start from £43. The average price for this train route is around £73. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Erie?
The average train journey time from Albany to Erie is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 325 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 7h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Erie route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Erie?
The earliest train from Albany to Erie departs at 19:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.
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 Erie was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Erie as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £517 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Erie?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Albany, NY and Erie is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £73 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £43. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Erie, choose the train, as it will take you from Albany, NY to Erie in about 7h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!
