The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 46 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT 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 Burlington, VT will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Albany, NY for Burlington, VT on Sat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 207 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 46 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 46 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.
10:04 PM4h46Albany, NY2:50 AMBurlington, VT$381One-way0 transfers
9:04 PM4h46Albany, NY1:50 AMBurlington, VT$391One-way0 transfers
10:04 PM4h46Albany, NY2:50 AMBurlington, VT$381One-way0 transfers
9:04 PM4h46Albany, NY1:50 AMBurlington, VT$391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Burlington, VT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $453.
Distance: 128 miles (207 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $828 Average price | $29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 7h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT:
A train is $27 (€22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT costing on average $67 (€55).
A train is $788 (€648) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT costing on average $828 (€680).
Other travel options to Burlington, VT take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 46m.
Flight takes on average 7h 37m.
Tickets start at around $40 (€33) compared to roughly $29 (€24) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.32 (€-9.30). The journey takes 4h 46m versus 3h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Albany, NY to Burlington, VT train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Burlington, VT trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:04 PM Albany, NY | 4h46 | 2:50 AM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 11 | |||||
![]() | 9:04 PM Albany, NY | 4h46 | 1:50 AM Burlington, VT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT
Trains from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:50, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (207 km) distance in 4h 46m.
Distance 128 miles (207 km) |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€27) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 46m |
First train 9:50 AM |
Last train 5:04 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Burlington, VT from $32 (€27). 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 Burlington, VT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Burlington, VT 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 Burlington, VT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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