Train from Albany, NY to Pittsburgh: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Albany to Pittsburgh on April 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
Union StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:17 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
354 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$65 - $272Average Duration15h 5m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$120 - $391Average Duration13h 15m
52kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Pittsburgh by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Albany to Pittsburgh?

    The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Pittsburgh start from $120. The average price for this train route is around $153. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Albany to Pittsburgh?

    The average train ride duration from Albany to Pittsburgh is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 357 miles (575 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 15m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Albany to Pittsburgh route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albany to Pittsburgh?

    The earliest train departs from Albany to Pittsburgh at 6:50am. And the latest train departs at 6:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/02
$265
04/03
$300
Today
$300
04/05
$376
04/06
$376
04/07
$120
04/08
$114
04/09
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Pittsburgh was searched and found on Apr 8, 2026 with a price of $114

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

You can expect to pay from $114 to $376 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $114 which is on 2026-04-08.

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