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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA
Cheapest price
$320
Average price
$348
Fastest journey
13 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
672 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA will cost around $348 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $320.
Of the 3 trains that leave Albany, NY for Virginia Beach, VA on Fri, May 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 672 km distance in an average of 16 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 18 h 30 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.
12:15 PM13h45Albany, NY2:00 AMVirginia Beach, VA$3201One-way0 transfers- 12:40 AM17h25Albany, NY6:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$3381One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 PM18h30Albany, NY5:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$3851One-way0 transfers
- 12:15 PM13h45Albany, NY2:00 AMVirginia Beach, VA$3201One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 AM17h25Albany, NY6:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$3381One-way0 transfers
- 10:35 PM18h30Albany, NY5:05 PMVirginia Beach, VA$3851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a flight costs an average of $237.
Distance: 417 miles (672 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$311 Average price | $156 Average price Cheapest | $395 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 42m Average total duration 17h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 25m 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 Virginia Beach, VA:
A bus is $155 (€125) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $311 (€251).
A bus is $239 (€193) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $395 (€319).
Other travel options to Virginia Beach, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 50m.
Train takes on average 17h 12m.
Tickets start at around $311 (€251) compared to roughly $100 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-211.01 (€-170.38). The journey takes 17h 12m versus 8h 25m 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 Virginia Beach, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 AM Albany, NY | 17h25 | 6:05 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA
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Trains from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 17h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $204 (€165) but you can travel from only $89 (€72) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 417 miles (672 km) distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 417 miles (672 km) |
Average train duration 17h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $204 (€165) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 20m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 7:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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