How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Albany start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $126. 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 Philadelphia to Albany?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Albany is 5h 16m, covering a distance of 200 miles (322 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Albany at 12:33am. And the latest train departs at 7:05pm.

What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Albany?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Philadelphia to Albany from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	4h 38m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	5h 18m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	5h 52m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	4h 35m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	11:25am	30th Street Station	4h 20m	3:45pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:39pm	30th Street Station	4h 31m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	5:15am	30th Street Station	4h 35m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
	Train	8:20am	30th Street Station	4h 30m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:39pm	30th Street Station	4h 31m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50pm	30th Street Station	5h 6m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	4h 38m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	5h 18m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:50pm	30th Street Station	5h 6m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	4h 38m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	5h 18m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	4h 38m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	5h 18m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	5h 52m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:32pm	30th Street Station	4h 38m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	3:25am	30th Street Station	6h 25m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	7:32am	30th Street Station	5h 18m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	6:58am	30th Street Station	5h 52m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

199 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $248	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $725	Average Duration5h 16m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 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 $56

Amtrak Philadelphia Albany recent customer reviews

Train was late leaving Philadelphia when I arrived in New York my other train was boarding as I was getting off the train from Philadelphia. I barely made it for the train for Albany n.y when . When I go on a train for Albany and sat down 7 minutes it pulled out. I couldn't afford to miss that bus in Albany that was the last bus out.

Dave M.

September 16, 2024

It was very pleasant

Danny F.

November 20, 2025

Was on time quick, got home early

Queniah M.

June 5, 2024

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Albany start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $126. 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 Philadelphia to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Albany is 5h 16m, covering a distance of 200 miles (322 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 25 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Albany at 12:33am. And the latest train departs at 7:05pm.
What is the best train operator from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$82

12/10

$100

Today

$99

12/12

$137

12/13

$125

12/14

$125

12/15

$93

12/16

$85

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $82

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

You can expect to pay from $82 to $595 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-16.