How much is the train ticket from Albany to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $144. 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 Albany to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Albany to Washington is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 310 miles (499 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Albany to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albany to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Albany to Washington at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Train Albany to Washington from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	10h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	Fastest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 57m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 39m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 34m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 57m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 39m	2:29pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 57m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	10h 50m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on April 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 18m	6:58am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 58m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 15m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 45m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:45 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21train per day

7h 6mAverage Duration

310 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $168	Average Duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $772	Average Duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and Washington, DC, US?

Albany, NY

A
Albany Airport
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $67

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US 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 Albany to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start from $67. The average price for this train route is around $144. 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 Albany to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Albany to Washington is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 310 miles (499 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Albany to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albany to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Albany to Washington at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/31

$137

04/01

$142

Today

$226

04/03

$266

04/04

$137

04/05

$294

04/06

$142

04/07

$91

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $91

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

You can expect to pay from $91 to $787 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2026-04-07.