How much is the train ticket from Burlington to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Albany start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $38. 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 Burlington to Albany?

The average train ride duration from Burlington to Albany is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 130 miles (209 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Burlington to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Burlington to Albany at 9:50am. And the latest train departs at 9:50am.

Train Burlington to Albany from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Burlington to Albany on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	4h 31m	2:21pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	4h 31m	2:21pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Burlington to Albany on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	4h 31m	2:21pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:50am	Burlington Union Station	4h 31m	2:21pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 31mAverage Duration

130 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $54	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $42	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Burlington, VT, US and Albany, NY?

Burlington, VT, US

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Burlington Airport
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Albany, NY

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Albany Airport
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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. 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 $38

Amtrak Burlington Albany recent customer reviews

getting tickets online was a help. People were friendly and unintrusive for the whole trip. Everything went as advertised (somewhat of a rarity these days)

Timothy S.

August 29, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY 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 Burlington to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Albany start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $38. 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 Burlington to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Burlington to Albany is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 130 miles (209 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Burlington to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Burlington to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Burlington to Albany at 9:50am. And the latest train departs at 9:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$35

12/11

$35

Today

$35

12/13

$35

12/14

$35

12/15

$35

12/16

No data

12/17

$35

The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $74 for a train ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 57m	Avg Price$49	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 31m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Burlington, VT, US and Albany, NY is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $38 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Albany, NY, choose the train, as it will take you from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY in about 4h 31m - that's the fastest way to get there!