How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Albany start from $105. The average price for this train route is around $239. 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 St. Louis to Albany?

The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Albany is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 903 miles (1457 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Louis to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Albany?

The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Albany at 7:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train St. Louis to Albany from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Albany on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Albany on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	7:55am	Gateway Station	1d 9h	6:32pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Albany on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Gateway Station	22h 58m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:41 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 1 day, 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

903 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $419	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $2,315	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 133kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and Albany, NY?

St. Louis

A
Gateway Station
430 S 15th St, St Louis, MO 63103
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Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5735 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 $105

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Albany start from $105. The average price for this train route is around $239. 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 St. Louis to Albany?
The average train ride duration from St. Louis to Albany is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 903 miles (1457 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Louis to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Louis to Albany?
The earliest train departs from St. Louis to Albany at 7:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

$191

01/13

$182

Today

$186

01/15

$320

01/16

$289

01/17

$220

01/18

$299

01/19

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $1,708 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $220 which is on 2026-01-17.