Trains tickets from Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Albany.

Bus
Average Price$87 - $242Average Duration17h 30m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$139 - $371Average Duration1d
78kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Durham to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
17h 30mAverage Duration
$87Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Train Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$313
Average train trip duration1d
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:27am
Distance535 miles (862 km)

Durham to Albany Train

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

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07/28
$314
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07/31
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08/01
$160
08/02
$256
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of $160

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

You can expect to pay from $160 to $380 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-08-01.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Albany, 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 Durham and Albany 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.

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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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