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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Staples Mill Road | Cheapest | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Staples Mill Road | Fastest | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Main Street Station | No tags | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Main Street Station | No tags | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 $96
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The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $97To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $97 to $542 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-11-07.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Albany to Richmond is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Albany and Richmond compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Albany to Richmond.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
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