The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
444 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 2 trains that leave Albany, NY for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Feb 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 26 the direct trains cover the 444 km distance in an average of 10 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Thu, Feb 26 the slowest trains will take 10 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 275 miles (444 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$158 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $364 Average price |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Wednesday, February 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
290 Ethan Allen Express · 57 Vermonter | 7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h51 | 2:39 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | ||
290 Ethan Allen Express · 57 Vermonter | 7:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h05 | 2:53 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 1 transfer | ||
244 Empire Service · 165 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h33 | 4:03 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 1 transfer | ||
244 Empire Service · 165 Northeast Regional | 9:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h18 | 3:48 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | ||
| Thursday, February 26 | ||||||
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h22 | 11:02 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 1 transfer | ||
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h44 | 11:24 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 2 transfers | ||
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h28 | 11:08 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 2 transfers | ||
68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 12:40 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h38 | 11:18 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 1 transfer | ||
![]() | 12:40 AM Albany, NY | 10h22 | 11:02 AM Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD
Trains from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€52) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 275 miles (444 km) distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 275 miles (444 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€52) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 05:19 |
Last train 22:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Baltimore, MD from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany, NY to Baltimore, MD
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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