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How to get to Albany by train
Routes | 12 |
Trips per day | 51 |
train lines | 3 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Albany
Albany is an Oregon city located halfway between Portland and Eugene, just south of the state capital, Salem. To get a feel for the town's history, visit Monteith House and Albany Regional Museum, both of which house artifacts from the 19th century when Oregon was a growing destination for pioneers.
Thanks to its location in the Willamette Valley, Albany is near many top-rated wineries and vineyards like Springhill Cellars and Delfino Fine Wines. Oregon's beer culture also shines in Albany, at breweries including Calapooia Brewing Co. and The Garage, with 54 drinks on tap downtown. Albany also has many excellent restaurants, with specialties ranging from Italian to Hungarian dishes.
Many bus routes serve Albany, the most useful of which are ATS (Albany Transit System) for travel within the local area and Amtrak Thruway for intercity travel. Amtrak's Coast Starlight between LA and Seattle and the Cascades from Vancouver to Eugene both stop in Albany for easy rail connections up and down the coast.
What train companies travel to Albany, Oregon?
Located in Oregon, Albany is accessible by train from 12 other cities. You can choose from 51 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Albany on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Albany
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 171 | 2d 10h 49m | RON 1,311.93 |
Amtrak Coast Starlight | 24 | 13h 59m | RON 344.85 |
Amtrak Cascades | 11 | 1h 5m | RON 59.71 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Coast Starlight is an Amtrak train that travels the entire length of the West Coast, connecting Los Angeles to Seattle. The route starts hugging the California coastline, treating passengers to swoon-worthy views of the Pacific, before continuing into the verdant forests of the Cascade Mountains. The Coast Starlight indisputably earns its spot among the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Seating options include Coach or Business Class and roomettes or bedrooms for extra space.
The Cascades is a passenger train service operated by Amtrak that runs between Vancouver, BC and Eugene, OR. Not only is the Cascades one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the trains also offer free WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and refreshments available for purchase.
Which train carrier has the best service to Albany?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Albany by train with Amtrak Coast Starlight giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Coast Starlight had the most comfortable train service to Albany taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Coast Starlight offers. They rate Amtrak Coast Starlight a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Albany punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Cascades has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Albany, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Albany is 110 10th Ave SW. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Albany.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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New York | 3d 19h 20m | RON 2,188.29 |
Syracuse | 3d 10h 39m | RON 1,964.49 |
Philadelphia | 3d 19h 22m | RON 1,739.67 |
Cleveland | 3d 3h 5m | RON 1,728.15 |
Newark | 3d 21h 36m | RON 2,252.37 |
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