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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Albany and Dunsmuir. The average train journey from Albany to Dunsmuir takes 10 hours and 12 minutes, but some Amtrak Coast Starlight train trips are as short as 8 hours and 31 minutes.
| Distance | 241 mi (387 km) |
| Fastest train | 8h 31m |
| Lowest price | £44.09 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Albany to Dunsmuir?
2 train services operate from Albany to Dunsmuir. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 11h 52m | £44.09 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 8h 32m | £44.09 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Albany to Dunsmuir every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £44.
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. A trip from Albany to Dunsmuir takes 8 hours and 32 minutes on average, and Coach tickets start at £44.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Albany and Dunsmuir is approximately 241 miles, or 387 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 31 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from Albany to Dunsmuir tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Albany at 12:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Albany twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Dunsmuir faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dunsmuir to Albany.
City Information
Albany
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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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Albany?
Main departure station: 110 10th Ave SW
There is one train station in Albany.
All train stations in Albany:
110 10th Ave SW
Where is the train station in Dunsmuir?
Main arrival station: Amtrak Station - 5750 Sacramento Ave
Dunsmuir has one train station.
Train stations in Dunsmuir:
Amtrak Station - 5750 Sacramento Ave
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