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Trip Summary
There are 5 daily trains from Lacey to Albany. Traveling by train from Lacey to Albany usually takes around 4 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Cascades train can make the trip in 4 hours and 9 minutes.
Distance | 166 mi (268 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 9m |
Lowest price | £24.14 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Lacey to Albany
- Amtrak tickets: £31 one-way
- Amtrak Cascades tickets: £24 one-way
- Amtrak Coast Starlight tickets: £30 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Lacey to Albany?
The average price for a train ticket from Lacey to Albany is £30.17, Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. By booking your trip at least 15 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £3.82 more.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Lacey to Albany?
There are 3 train lines with service from Lacey to Albany. Amtrak is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 2 | 4h 57m | £36.72 |
Amtrak Cascades | 2 | 4h 17m | £32.53 |
Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 4h 52m | £104.76 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Lacey to Albany every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £31.
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. There are an average of 2 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Lacey to Albany, and the average train ticket costs .
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 Lacey to Albany takes 4 hours and 52 minutes on average, and Coach tickets start at £30.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lacey and Albany is approximately 166 miles, or 268 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 39 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 9 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.
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lacey to Albany. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Friday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Lacey at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. 3 of these are direct connections to Albany. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Albany to Lacey.
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 Lacey?
Main departure station: 6600 Yelm Hwy SE
There is one train station in Lacey.
All train stations in Lacey:
6600 Yelm Hwy SE
Where is the train station in Albany?
Main arrival station: 110 10th Ave SW
Albany has one train station.
Train stations in Albany:
110 10th Ave SW
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