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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 | Staples Mill Road | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Staples Mill Road | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Albany, NY?
Richmond, VA, US
- ARichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Albany, NY
- A
Albany Airport
Train Companies
Based on 5652 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 R 1 639
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Albany start from R 1 639. The average price for this train route is around R 3 754. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Albany?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Albany is 10h 54m, covering a distance of 644 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Albany?
The earliest train from Richmond to Albany departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 216To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 216 to R 15 579 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 216, which is on 2025-12-21.
