How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to Albany cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to Albany is $131. The best way to find train tickets from Philadelphia to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to Albany?

A train trip between Philadelphia and Albany is around 5h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 201 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and Albany?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to Albany?

When taking the train from Philadelphia to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Train Philadelphia to Albany from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 13
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
	Train	12:14pm	30th Street Station	4h 35m	4:49pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	Train	6:54am	30th Street Station	5h 56m	12:50pm	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	6:54am	30th Street Station	5h 56m	12:50pm	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
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:32am	30th Street Station	5h 19m	1:51pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	8:46am	30th Street Station	5h 5m	1:51pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 14
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
	Train	12:14pm	30th Street Station	4h 35m	4:49pm	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	6:54am	30th Street Station	5h 56m	12:50pm	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	6:54am	30th Street Station	5h 56m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:32am	30th Street Station	5h 19m	1:51pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 15
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
	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	2:31pm	30th Street Station	4h 39m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:31pm	30th Street Station	4h 39m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	8:17am	30th Street Station	4h 33m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 16
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
	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	2:31pm	30th Street Station	4h 39m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	2:31pm	30th Street Station	4h 39m	7:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	5:13am	30th Street Station	4h 37m	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	Train	8:17am	30th Street Station	4h 33m	12:50pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 17
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
	Train	12:14pm	30th Street Station	4h 35m	4:49pm	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
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
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:32am	30th Street Station	5h 19m	1:51pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on November 18
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
	Train	12:14pm	30th Street Station	4h 35m	4:49pm	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
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
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	8:32am	30th Street Station	5h 19m	1:51pm	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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

200 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $151	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $703	Average Duration5h 18m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5582 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

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 for your trip Philadelphia, PA - Albany, NY

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/11

$82

11/12

$115

Today

$112

11/14

$115

11/15

$100

11/16

$100

11/17

$62

11/18

$68

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $62

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 $62 to $556 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 $62 which is on 2025-11-17.