Trains tickets from Harrisburg to Albany, NY

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Today23 Aug
Tomorrow24 Aug
Mon25 Aug
from US$107
Tue26 Aug
from US$107
Wed27 Aug
Thu28 Aug
Fri29 Aug
Sat30 Aug
from US$139

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Harrisburg
    Departure location: Harrisburg, PA
    Arrival time: 26 August at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Harrisburg
    Departure location: Harrisburg, PA
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Harrisburg
    Departure location: Harrisburg, PA
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Harrisburg
    Departure location: Harrisburg, PA
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Harrisburg
    Departure location: Harrisburg, PA
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Albany

Bus
Average priceUS$55 - US$169Average duration11h 5m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$93 - US$306Average duration7h 20m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Harrisburg to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
11h 5mAverage duration
US$55Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Harrisburg to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$124
Average train trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure05:55
Distance231 miles
Latest train departure21:15

Harrisburg to Albany Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Harrisburg - Albany, NY

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg to Albany cost?

    The average train ticket price from Harrisburg to Albany is US$124. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Harrisburg to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Harrisburg to Albany?

    A train trip between Harrisburg and Albany is around 7h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 231 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Harrisburg and Albany?

    The number of trains from Harrisburg to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Harrisburg to Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Harrisburg to Albany?

    When taking the train from Harrisburg to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/08
US$115
22/08
US$133
Today
US$228
24/08
US$159
25/08
US$102
26/08
US$102
27/08
US$96
28/08
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Albany, NY was searched and found on 28 Aug 2025 with a price of US$94

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

You can expect to pay from US$94 to US$442 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$94, which is on 2025-08-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Harrisburg and Albany is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Albany.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Albany you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Harrisburg and Albany, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Harrisburg to Albany.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Albany, NY to Harrisburg

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