How much is the train ticket from Washington to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Albany start from MAD 630. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Albany?

The average train journey time from Washington to Albany is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Albany route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Albany departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Washington to Albany from MAD 598 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 25 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	07:30	Union Station	6h 21m	13:51	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	6h 30m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:20	Union Station	6h 30m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	07:20	Union Station	8h 25m	15:45	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 26 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	06:20	Union Station	6h 30m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	6h 30m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	11h 7m	18:20	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	11h 7m	18:20	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 27 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 28 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 29 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 30 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 1 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 52m	10:52	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	12:55	Union Station	6h 15m	19:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	05:05	Union Station	7h 45m	12:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:08 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 630, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

7h 45mAverage duration

499 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceMAD 481 - MAD 1 993	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceMAD 630 - MAD 7 441	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5789 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 630

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Albany start from MAD 630. The average price for this train route is around MAD 1 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Albany?
The average train journey time from Washington to Albany is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 22 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Albany?
The earliest train from Washington to Albany departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

22/04

MAD 1 517

23/04

MAD 1 755

Today

MAD 1 631

25/04

MAD 1 631

26/04

MAD 1 517

27/04

MAD 712

28/04

MAD 712

29/04

MAD 712

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of MAD 712

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 712 to MAD 6 296 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 712, which is on 2026-04-27.