Cheapest
Average
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
5 h 25 m
Average
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
501 km
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Albany, NY without transferring at least once.
310 miles (500 km) | |
$210 (€182) | |
10 a day | |
No | |
Amtrak or Amtrak |
Trains from Washington, DC to Albany, NY cover the 310 miles (500 km) long trip taking on average 6 h 38 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $210 (€182), but the average price of train tickets is $210 (€182).
You can travel by train between Washington, DC and Albany, NY with Amtrak Acela and Amtrak for as low as $210 (€182). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Acela is the flagship high-speed train service from Amtrak, the main train provider in the United States. Acela high-speed trains operate services along the Northeast Corridor, connecting popular destinations like Washington, D. C. Baltimore, Philadelphia, NYC, Providence, and Boston, just to name a few. Amtrak Acela trains are the fastest in the U. S. Reaching speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Known for their superior comfort, Acela trains have spacious and comfortable seats with more legroom than Amtrak’s Coach Class seats. You can choose between booking a Business Class or First Class seat on an Acela train to Albany, NY from Washington, DC. In both classes amenities include seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting at every seat, conference tables and large tray tables. Passengers can also purchase food and drinks on the train at Café Acela.
Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Albany, NY train information:
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