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Pros: Very pleased with punctuality, staff very pleasant. Online purchase of ticket easy. Cons: Better coffee.
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You can pick from 6 daily train trips between Vancouver and Albany. The average train journey from Vancouver to Albany takes 3 hours and 37 minutes, but some Amtrak Cascades train trips are as short as 2 hours and 31 minutes.
Distance | 73 mi (117 km) |
Fastest train | 2h 31m |
Lowest price | $19.00 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 3 |
Average score for trains from Vancouver to Albany
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Very pleased with punctuality, staff very pleasant. Online purchase of ticket easy. Cons: Better coffee.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Vancouver to Albany was $19.50. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Albany if you book your train tickets at least 10 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $1.94.
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There are 3 train lines with service from Vancouver to Albany. Amtrak is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 4 trains each day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 4 | 4h 5m | $20.34 |
Amtrak Cascades | 1 | 2h 31m | $22.55 |
Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 2h 56m | $26.89 |
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 Vancouver to Albany every day, as well as 4 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $19.
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 1 trips on the Amtrak Cascades from Vancouver to Albany, and the average train ticket costs .
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Vancouver to Albany on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Vancouver at 10:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 6 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 Vancouver.
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Vancouver sits on the northern banks of the Columbia River in Washington and is the state's fourth most populated city. The surrounding Cascade Mountains offer incredible Pacific Northwest adventures. Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood, two snow-topped volcanoes, are within short drives of Vancouver for easy access to hikes and ski runs. Beacon Rock State Park includes a trail to the summit of a monolithic rock formation. Plus, the Columbia River Gorge is easily one of the best destinations in Washington for breathtaking scenery.
Vancouver is located just across the Columbia from Portland, and Interstates 5 and 205 have north to south bridges connecting Portland to Vancouver. Within the city, you will find Vancouver's mass transit system, C-Tran, to get around with ease.
Several Amtrak services operate from Vancouver, including the Coast Starlight, Empire Builder, and Cascades routes. If you're arriving by air, the nearest airport is Portland International Airport, just a few minutes' drive from downtown Vancouver.
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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.
There is one train station in Vancouver.
1301 W 11th St
Albany has one train station.
110 10th Ave SW
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