How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Albany start from $195. The average price for this train route is around $264. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greenville to Albany?

The average train ride duration from Greenville to Albany is 21h 33m, covering a distance of 711 miles (1146 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 33m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Greenville to Albany route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Greenville to Albany?

The earliest train departs from Greenville to Albany at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

Train Greenville to Albany from $187 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Greenville to Albany on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Greenville to Albany on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Greenville to Albany on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	21h 33m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:03 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Greenville 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 23 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

23h 5mAverage Duration

708 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $311	Average Duration23h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $1,572	Average Duration21h 33m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $195

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Albany start from $195. The average price for this train route is around $264. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greenville to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Greenville to Albany is 21h 33m, covering a distance of 711 miles (1146 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Greenville to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Greenville to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Greenville to Albany at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$226

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$226

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$220

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$193

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The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $193

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

You can expect to pay from $193 to $715 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $193 which is on 2026-01-29.