The cheapest and fastest trains from Springfield, MA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA to Albany, NY will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 2 trains that leave Springfield, MA for Albany, NY on Wed, Mar 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct trains cover the 114 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest trains will take 9 h 6 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 and bus for Springfield, MA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Springfield, MA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 70 miles (114 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$56 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Springfield, MA to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Springfield, MA to Albany, NY trains for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
55 Vermonter · 243 Empire Service | 6:16 PM Holyoke Station, Holyoke, MA | 9h43 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
55 Vermonter · 243 Empire Service | 6:50 PM Springfield station, Springfield, MA | 9h09 | 3:59 AM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 transfer | |
449 Lake Shore Limited | 7:26 PM Springfield station, Springfield, MA | 2h44 | 10:10 PM Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Springfield, MA to Albany, NY
Trains from Springfield, MA to Albany, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 70 miles (114 km) |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 17:56 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Sun |
Best day to book ahead 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Springfield, MA to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Springfield, MA and Albany, NY from $14 (€12). 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 Springfield, MA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA to Albany, NY
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available from Lyman Street.
- Theodore's Blues, Booze, & BBQ
- Red Rose Pizzeria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- MGM Springfield
- Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel
- Hilton Garden Inn Springfield
- 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
- Bus: PVTA buses available
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional, Lake Shore Limited
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