The cheapest and fastest trains from Louisville, KY to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$329
Average price
$329
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY to Albany, NY will cost around $329 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $329.
Of the 1 trains that leave Louisville, KY for Albany, NY on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 1126 km distance in an average of 1 d 6 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 53 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 6 h 53 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 bus, train, and flight for Louisville, KY to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Louisville, KY to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $131. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $131, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 699 miles (1126 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$237 Average price | $154 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price |
31h 8m Average total duration 30h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 55m Average total duration 22h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 15m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Louisville, KY to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Louisville, KY to Albany, NY trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Louisville, KY | 30h53 | 7:53 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Louisville, KY to Albany, NY
Trains from Louisville, KY to Albany, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 30h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $170 (€137) but you can travel from only $131 (€106) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 08:25. The fastest train covers the 699 miles (1126 km) distance in 30h 15m.
Distance 699 miles (1126 km) |
Average train duration 30h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€137) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 30h 15m |
First train 08:00 |
Last train 08:25 |
FAQs: Trains from Louisville, KY to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Louisville, KY 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.

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