What is the cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Albany?

The cheapest way to get from Washington Heights to Albany is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Albany?

The fastest way to get from Washington Heights to Albany is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Washington Heights and Albany?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington Heights to Albany. However, there are services departing from New York and arriving at Albany via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Washington Heights and Albany?

No, there is no direct train from Washington Heights to Albany station. However, there are services departing from 181 St and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station via Marble Hill and Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Washington Heights to Albany?

The distance between Washington Heights and Albany is 135 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Albany without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $40 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Washington Heights to Albany?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Washington Heights to Albany, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Albany bus from?

Washington Heights to Albany bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from New York station.

Where do I catch the Washington Heights to Albany train from?

Washington Heights to Albany train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), depart from Marble Hill station.

Train or bus from Washington Heights to Albany?

The best way to get from Washington Heights to Albany is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $40 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $110 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Washington Heights to Albany bus arrive?

Washington Heights to Albany bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Albany station.

Where does the Washington Heights to Albany train arrive?

Washington Heights to Albany train services, operated by Metro-North Railroad (MNR), arrive at Croton-Harmon station.

Can I drive from Washington Heights to Albany?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington Heights to Albany is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Washington Heights to Albany.

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

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Where can I stay near Albany?

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There are 5 ways to get from Washington Heights to Albany by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Marble Hill to Croton-Harmontrain Hudson
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
3h 56m
$41–198
Bus via Albany, NY
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadway/W 178 St to W 31 St/6 Avbus M5
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - Midtown to Albany, NYbus Nyc / ...
5h 4m
$24–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from New York to Albanybus Adt A278 / ...
4h 6m
$32–103
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Washington Heights to Albanycar 139.2 mi
2h 32m
$26–37
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from W 125 St/Saint Nicholas Av to Laguardia Rd/94 Stbus
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)plane LGA - ALB
4h 5m
$80–565

Washington Heights to Albany by subway and train

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Albany, NY, USA?

You can take a subway from 181 St to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station via Marble Hill-225 St, Marble Hill, and Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, Trailways operates a bus from New York to Albany every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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