20 Crescent · 243 Empire Service14:359h24Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:59Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£2231One-way1 change
178 Northeast Regional · 243 Empire Service15:548h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:59Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£2591One-way1 change
2124 NextGen Acela+
245 Empire Service18:137h43Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:56Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£3011One-way1 change
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited3:2015h00Washington Union Station, Washington, DC18:20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£4881One-way2 changes
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited3:2016h07Washington Union Station, Washington, DC19:27Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY£5651One-way2 changes
2124 NextGen Acela+
245 Empire Service18:137h43Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:56Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£3011One-way1 change
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited10:357h45Washington Union Station, Washington, DC18:20Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£6571One-way1 change
178 Northeast Regional · 243 Empire Service15:548h05Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:59Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£2591One-way1 change
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited10:358h52Washington Union Station, Washington, DC19:27Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY£7341One-way1 change
20 Crescent · 243 Empire Service14:359h24Washington Union Station, Washington, DC23:59Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY£2231One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Washington, DC to Albany, NY
The cheapest option from Washington to Albany is coach, with an average price of £66. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Washington to Albany among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.5kg.
Distance: 501 km
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6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Washington, DC to Albany, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Albany, NY trains for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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20 Crescent · 243 Empire Service | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h24 | 23:59 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
178 Northeast Regional · 243 Empire Service | 15:54 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h05 | 23:59 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
2124 NextGen Acela+ 245 Empire Service | 18:13 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h43 | 1:56 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
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6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 15h00 | 18:20 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 2 changes | |
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 16h07 | 19:27 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 2 changes | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 10:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h45 | 18:20 Albany / Rensselaer Amtrak, Rensselaer, NY | 1 change | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 10:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h52 | 19:27 Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Albany, NY
Typically, there are 22 trains per day from Washington to Albany, including direct trains, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 501 km distance in 7h 23m.
Distance 501 km |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Lowest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 7h 23m |
First train 3:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Albany, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Albany, NY from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Albany, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Albany, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Albany, NY
Most Washington, DC to Albany, NY trains use the Union Station to Albany-Rensselaer Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Albany, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Albany, NY leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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