How much is the train ticket from Albany to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Washington start from R 1 149. The average price for this train route is around R 3 297. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Albany to Washington?

The average train journey time from Albany to Washington is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 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 05:25. And the latest train departs at 19:40.

Train Albany to Washington from R 1 090 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 53m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	13:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	19:58	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	13:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	19:58	Union Station	No tags
	14:48	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 40m	22:28	Union Station	No tags
	14:48	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 40m	22:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:40	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	11h 53m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	13:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	19:58	Union Station	Fastest
	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 18m	15:33	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	13:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 53m	19:58	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 18m	15:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	16:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	10h 50m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	10:05	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 53m	15:58	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	05:25	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 26m	11:51	Union Station	No tags
	06:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 15m	14:05	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	05:25	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 26m	11:51	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:15 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 954, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

11h 25mAverage duration

499 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 954 - R 5 018	Average duration11h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 149 - R 17 221	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

Washington, DC, US

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

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 1 149

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 1 149. The average price for this train route is around R 3 297. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Washington?
The average train journey time from Albany to Washington is 7h 6m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 18 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 05:25. And the latest train departs at 19:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 2 819

11/12

R 2 698

Today

R 1 090

13/12

R 4 203

14/12

R 3 528

15/12

R 2 456

16/12

R 1 090

17/12

R 1 194

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 090

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 R 1 090 to R 12 970 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 R 1 090, which is on 2025-12-16.