How much does a train ticket cost from Hartford to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Hartford to Albany start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £91. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Hartford to Albany?

The average train journey time from Hartford to Albany is 6h 43m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Hartford to Albany route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Hartford to Albany departs at 04:51. And the latest train departs at 16:42.

Train Hartford to Albany from £14 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Hartford to Albany on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:11	Harford Union Station	7h 39m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	07:45	Harford Union Station	6h 5m	13:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	11:37	Harford Union Station	6h 33m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	15:27	Harford Union Station	7h 58m	23:25	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	16:42	Harford Union Station	6h 43m	23:25	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hartford to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage duration

82 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£19 - £86	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£18 - £369	Average duration6h 43m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Hartford, CT and Albany, NY?

Hartford, CT

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5614 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 £16

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hartford, CT to Albany, NY 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 Hartford to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Hartford to Albany start from £18. The average price for this train route is around £91. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Hartford to Albany?
The average train journey time from Hartford to Albany is 6h 43m, covering a distance of 81 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Hartford to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Hartford to Albany?
The earliest train from Hartford to Albany departs at 04:51. And the latest train departs at 16:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£169

28/11

£130

Today

£356

30/11

No data

01/12

£44

02/12

£19

03/12

No data

04/12

£19

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Albany, NY was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

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

You can expect to pay from £19 to £356 for a train ticket from Hartford, CT to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-02.