The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
€239
Average price
€239
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY will cost around €239 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €239.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrisburg, PA for Albany, NY on Sun, Dec 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 13 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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 Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €170.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€86 Average price | €77 Average price Cheapest | €170 Average price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY trains for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:35 PM Harrisburg, PA | 6h13 | 7:48 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY
Trains from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $74 (€59) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 7h 36m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 36m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Harrisburg, PA and Albany, NY from $74 (€59). 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 Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Harrisburg, PA to Albany, NY
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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