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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Lewisburg to Albany. Traveling by train from Lewisburg to Albany usually takes 89 hours, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 80 hours and 58 minutes.
| Distance | 2327 mi (3744 km) |
| Fastest train | 81h 0m |
| Lowest price | $339.25 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Lewisburg to Albany?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Lewisburg to Albany. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 4 | 3d 16h 42m | $346.00 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Lewisburg to Albany every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $339.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lewisburg and Albany is approximately 2327 miles, or 3744 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 89 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 80 hours and 58 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.
Friday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Lewisburg to Albany. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Friday 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 Lewisburg at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00am. 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 4 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 Lewisburg.
City Information
Lewisburg
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Link to image attributionHome to Bucknell University, Lewisburg is a borough in Pennsylvania. It was initially a farming town home to many historic structures and sites. Lewisburg is on the National Register of Historic Places, with some fun places to visit, including Samek Art Museum and Lewisburg Children's Museum. Outdoorsy persons can visit the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership with rivers and nature and the Chillisquaque Creek for fishing.
To explore the history, you can visit Bucknell University to see the Georgian buildings, landscaped grounds, and old architecture. There are so many fun things to do while in Lewisburg, like the Campus Theatre, a historic movie theatre, and the Lewisburg Farmers Market (with plenty of delicious fresh produce). Wine lovers in Lewisburg will be pleased with locations like Fero Vineyards and Winery and Smiling Chameleon Draft House. The Rollermills Antique Center is the best place to visit for collectibles, while the Fantasy Escape Room is fun to check out during the weekend.
Transportation to Lewisburg is easy by train and bus, with Amtrak offering train service and Fullington Trailways providing bus service.
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 Lewisburg?
Main departure station: Lewisburg Municipal Parking Lot
There is one train station in Lewisburg.
All train stations in Lewisburg:
Lewisburg Municipal Parking Lot
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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