- Distance: 297.1 mi
- Duration: 5h 33m
The average train between Buffalo and Albany takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 5h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Buffalo to Albany. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Buffalo and Albany. The earliest departure is at 4:18 AM at night, and the last departure from Buffalo is at 12:15 PM which arrives into Albany at 6:04 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Buffalo station and arriving at Albany station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 33m.
Buffalo to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo station.
Buffalo to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.
Book your Buffalo to Albany train tickets online with Amtrak.
The distance between Buffalo and Albany is 418.8 km. The road distance is 478 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $95–200 and the journey takes 5h 14m. VIA Rail also services this route once daily.
