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The cheapest and fastest trains from Albany, NY to Washington, DC
Showing times and prices for Apr 03
Cheapest price
$243
Average price
$446
Fastest journey
5 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
501 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $446 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $243.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
64 Maple Leaf · 65 Northeast Regional5:39 PM12h50Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2431One-way1 transfer- 68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional7:40 PM10h49Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2941One-way1 transfer
- 64 Maple Leaf · 65 Northeast Regional6:35 PM11h54Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3001One-way1 transfer
- 68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional6:38 PM11h51Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY6:29 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3001One-way1 transfer
- 68 Adirondack · 65 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional7:40 PM11h18Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY6:58 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3161One-way2 transfers
- 280 Empire Service+
2159 Acela10:05 AM5h58Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY4:03 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$6001One-way1 transfer - 234 Empire Service+2153 Acela6:50 AM6h15Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY1:05 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$5931One-way1 transfer
- 280 Empire Service+2159 Acela9:21 AM6h42Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY4:03 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$6131One-way1 transfer
- 230 Empire Service · 141 Northeast Regional5:00 AM6h45Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY11:45 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3891One-way1 transfer
- 244 Empire Service · 175 Northeast Regional4:30 PM6h53Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY11:23 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$4531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 311 miles (501 km)
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$151 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest | $342 Average price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Albany, NY to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, April 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 280 Empire Service · 97 Silver Meteor | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 8h19 | 10:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service+2159 Acela | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 5h58 | 8:03 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service · 19 Crescent | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h42 | 9:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service · 93 Northeast Regional | 2:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h20 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 240 Empire Service · 85 Northeast Regional | 3:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h23 | 10:38 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service+2167 Acela | 4:17 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 7h48 | 12:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service · 129 Northeast Regional | 4:17 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 7h45 | 12:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service · 193 Northeast Regional | 4:17 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 8h35 | 12:52 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service · 193 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h47 | 12:52 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service+2167 Acela | 5:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h00 | 12:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 284 Empire Service · 129 Northeast Regional | 5:05 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h57 | 12:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional | 5:58 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 8h00 | 1:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 48 Lake Shore Limited · 177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK | 6:21 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 12h39 | 7:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
| 290 Ethan Allen Express · 137 Northeast Regional | 6:48 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h10 | 1:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 48 Lake Shore Limited · 177 Northeast Regional · 6077 AMTRAK | 8:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 10h50 | 7:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
| 244 Empire Service · 175 Northeast Regional | 8:30 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h53 | 3:23 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 10:38 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 12h16 | 10:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 10:38 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 12h20 | 10:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
| 68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional · 151 Northeast Regional | 11:40 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 11h18 | 10:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2 transfers | |
| 68 Adirondack · 67 Northeast Regional | 11:40 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 11h14 | 10:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 230 Empire Service · 141 Northeast Regional | 9:00 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h45 | 3:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 234 Empire Service · 95 Northeast Regional | 10:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 7h15 | 6:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 234 Empire Service+2153 Acela | 10:50 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h15 | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 236 Empire Service · 125 Northeast Regional | 12:15 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 6h56 | 7:11 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service+2159 Acela | 1:21 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 6h42 | 8:03 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service · 19 Crescent | 1:21 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 8h26 | 9:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service · 93 Northeast Regional | 1:21 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 8h04 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| 280 Empire Service · 97 Silver Meteor | 1:21 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 9h03 | 10:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC
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Trains from Albany, NY to Washington, DC run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $58 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (501 km) distance in 6h 37m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $58 (€48)
Distance 311 miles (501 km) |
Average train duration 6h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $58 (€48)
Train companies: Amtrak from Albany, NY to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Albany, NY and Washington, DC from $58 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 37m
Cheapest Price
$70 (€57)
Amtrak frequency
21 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Albany, NY to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Albany, NY to Washington, DC can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $70 (€57), while the average price is around $151 (€123).
The train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC takes 6h 37m and runs 24 per day.
The first train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 3:20 AM.
The distance by train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC is 311 miles (501 km).
The last train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC leaves at 10:00 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC.
There is no direct train service currently available from Albany, NY to Washington, DC.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Albany, NY to Washington, DC.
The train station in Albany, NY that goes to Washington, DC is Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY, which connects to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
The cheapest way to get from Albany, NY to Washington, DC is by bus, with a cost of around $58 (€48).
The train journey from Albany, NY to Washington, DC offers passengers scenic views, particularly as it travels along the Hudson River with picturesque landscapes, historic towns, and occasional glimpses of the Appalachian Mountains, enhancing the overall travel experience.
A day trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC is not feasible, as the journey duration is 6h 37m and exceeds the 120-minute limit for a feasible day trip. There are 24 trips per day available for trains.
In Washington, DC, you can discover the National Gallery of Art, stroll through the historic Georgetown neighborhood, visit the world's largest library at the Library of Congress, explore the vibrant Eastern Market, and enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Center. Key sights include the National Mall, the White House, the United States Capitol, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Lincoln Memorial.
To explore Washington, DC's main attractions such as the National Mall, museums, and monuments, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Albany, NY to Washington, DC.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Albany, NY to Washington, DC
Albany
Washington
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
Lockers
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Dining
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
Accessibility
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Hotel
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
Information Desk
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Public transit options for Union Station
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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