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Washington, DC to Albany

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$229.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$102.05–$357.19

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$153.08–$446.49
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$574.06

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Baltimore-Washington International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$484.76

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.62–$127.57
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.41–$102.05
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$70.16

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.99–$255.14
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.58–$242.38

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$58.68–$561.30
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.69–$382.71

Maryland Transit

Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from Washington Union Station to BWI
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$10.21

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.59–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Port
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$17.86–$153.08
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.48–$114.81

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to New
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.96–$89.30

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Washington Union Station to Port
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.82–$89.30

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from New York, NY to Albany-Rensselaer
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.21–$47.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Albany?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Albany is to bus via New York which costs $28.26 - $119.57 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Albany?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Albany is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Albany?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington, DC station to Albany. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Albany via New York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and Albany?

No, there is no direct train from Washington, DC station to Albany station. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Washington, DC to Albany?

The distance between Washington, DC and Albany is 585 km. The road distance is 582.7 km.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to Albany without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Albany without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $43.48 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Albany?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Washington, DC to Albany, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Albany bus from?

Washington, DC to Albany bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Albany train from?

Washington, DC to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington, DC to Albany?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Albany is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $43.48 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $228.26 and takes 8h 9m, you could also fly, which costs $97.83 - $228.26 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Washington, DC to Albany bus arrive?

Washington, DC to Albany bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Washington, DC to Albany train arrive?

Washington, DC to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to Albany?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Albany is 583 km. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Washington, DC to Albany.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington, DC to Albany?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Albany?

Book your Washington, DC to Albany bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Albany?

There are 182+ hotels available in Albany. Prices start at $38.90 per night.
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