How much is the train ticket from Albany to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start at $94. The average price for this train route is around $202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Albany to Washington?

The average train trip from Albany to Washington takes 7h 6m and covers 499 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Washington?

The earliest train from Albany to Washington departs at 5:25am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Train Albany to Washington from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Albany to Washington on January 27
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 53m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 15m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on January 28
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 53m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 15m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on January 29
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 53m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 15m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on January 30
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 53m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 15m	2:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 10m	1:00pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on January 31
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	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	7:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 57m	4:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	7:58pm	Union Station	No tags
	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 57m	4:12pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Washington on February 1
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	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	7:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 18m	3:33pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	7:58pm	Union Station	No tags
	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 18m	3:33pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

11h 10mAverage Duration

488 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $354	Average Duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$94 - $945	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

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $94

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $94. The average price for this train route is around $202. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Albany to Washington?
The average train trip from Albany to Washington takes 7h 6m and covers 499 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 17 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Washington?
The earliest train from Albany to Washington departs at 5:25am. 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

01-24

$386

01-25

$186

Today

$175

01-27

$112

01-28

$112

01-29

$151

01-30

$142

01-31

$176

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $112

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 $112 to $997 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 $112 which is on 2026-01-27.