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

The average train ticket price from Portland to Albany is $576. The best way to find train tickets from Portland 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 Portland to Albany?

A train trip between Portland and Albany is around 3d 21h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 5h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2396 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Portland and Albany?

The number of trains from Portland to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Portland to Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Portland to Albany?

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

Train Portland to Albany from $414 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Portland to Albany on November 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
		2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Albany on November 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Portland to Albany on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
6:45am	Union Station	3d 5h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
2:22pm	Union Station	3d 21h	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:08 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Portland 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 4 days, 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $233, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4d 3hAverage Duration

2394 milesDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$233 - $458	Average Duration4d 3h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$358 - $3,386	Average Duration3d 21h	CO₂ emissions 351kg CO₂e

Train Portland, OR to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$576

Average train trip duration3d 21h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:45am

Distance2394 miles (3861 km)

Latest train departure2:22pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,564 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5564 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 $358

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

Portland to Albany Train

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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

11/03

$448

11/04

$506

Today

$468

11/06

$426

11/07

$622

11/08

$521

11/09

$514

11/10

$426

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 6, 2025 with a price of $426

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

You can expect to pay from $426 to $2,029 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $426 which is on 2025-11-06.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Portland to Albany 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.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Albany, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Portland 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.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Portland to Albany.

Did you know?

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.

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.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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