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Trip Summary
There are usually 13 daily train trips available from New York to Albany. Traveling by train from New York to Albany usually takes 91 hours and 23 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 73 hours and 20 minutes.
Distance | 2471 mi (3977 km) |
Fastest train | 73h 20m |
Lowest price | CHF 197.24 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Albany?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Albany, OR was CHF 335.37. Considering the distance between New York and Albany, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 11 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around CHF 195.22 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
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By booking your train trip from New York to Albany on Wanderu at least 11 days ahead of time, you can save about CHF 195.22 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from New York to Albany?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects New York to Albany. However, there are 13 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 13 | 3d 19h 24m | CHF 415.37 |
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 13 Amtrak trains from New York to Albany every day, as well as 13 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CHF 197.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between New York and Albany is approximately 2471 miles, or 3977 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 91 hours and 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 73 hours and 20 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 from New York to Albany are the most crowded on Saturday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs New York at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00pm. 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 13 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Albany to New York.
City Information
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
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 New York?
Main departure station: NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
All train stations in New York:
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Where is the train station in Albany?
Main arrival station: 110 10th Ave SW
Albany has one train station.
All train stations in Albany:
110 10th Ave SW
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