The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$216
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY will cost around $216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY without transferring at least once.
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:22 AM7h1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:34 AMSchenectady Station, Schenectady, NY$791One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack3:22 AM7h3030th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA10:52 AMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$821One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack3:22 AM8h4430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:06 PMSchenectady Station, Schenectady, NY$871One-way1 transfer
600 Keystone Service · 233 Empire Service8:45 AM5h0630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1:51 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$1141One-way1 transfer
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf3:22 AM6h2830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA9:50 AMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$1161One-way1 transfer
2166 Acela+
237 Empire Service2:32 PM4h3830th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA7:10 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$3581One-way1 transfer
172 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service9:08 AM4h4330th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA1:51 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$2441One-way1 transfer
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service8:04 AM4h4630th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA12:50 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$1541One-way1 transfer
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service10:51 AM4h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA3:45 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$2111One-way1 transfer
2122 Acela+
243 Empire Service7:05 PM4h5430th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA11:59 PMAlbany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY$3241One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $216.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
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4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
66 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 7:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h30 | 2:52 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 7:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h28 | 1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 7:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h12 | 2:34 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
66 Northeast Regional · 69 Adirondack | 7:22 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 8h44 | 4:06 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h41 | 5:39 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
170 Northeast Regional · 281 Empire Service | 10:58 AM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h52 | 4:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service | 12:04 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h46 | 4:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
642 Keystone Service · 281 Empire Service | 12:04 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h35 | 5:39 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
600 Keystone Service · 233 Empire Service | 12:45 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h06 | 5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
172 Northeast Regional · 233 Empire Service | 1:08 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h43 | 5:51 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h58 | 8:49 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 291 Ethan Allen Express | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h37 | 9:28 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h54 | 7:45 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
86 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 2:51 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h43 | 8:34 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h48 | 10:20 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 235 Empire Service | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h15 | 9:47 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 8h43 | 1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 4:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h55 | 11:27 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
134 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service | 5:58 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h30 | 12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
2166 Acela+ 237 Empire Service | 6:32 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h38 | 11:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
184 Northeast Regional · 239 Empire Service | 7:23 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h05 | 12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 239 Empire Service | 7:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h04 | 12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 241 Empire Service | 7:24 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h51 | 1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
2168 Acela+ 239 Empire Service | 7:33 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h55 | 12:28 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
94 Northeast Regional · 241 Empire Service | 7:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h16 | 1:15 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
20 Crescent · 243 Empire Service | 8:57 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 7h02 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
178 Northeast Regional · 243 Empire Service | 9:59 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 6h00 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
654 Keystone Service · 243 Empire Service | 10:49 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 5h10 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf | 11:04 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 14h46 | 1:50 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf | 11:04 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 15h30 | 2:34 PM Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 transfer | |
2122 Acela+ 243 Empire Service | 11:05 PM 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h54 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Albany, NY from $44 (€35). 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 Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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