Trains tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY

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TueJul 29
from US$134
WedJul 30
ThuJul 31
FriAug 1
from US$226
SatAug 2
from US$187
SunAug 3
from US$204
MonAug 4
TueAug 5

Trains leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Albany

Bus
Average PriceUS$67 - US$188Average Duration16h 45m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$120 - US$322Average Duration13h 45m
52kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Pittsburgh to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 45mAverage Duration
US$120Cheapest ticket
52kgCO₂ emissions

Train Pittsburgh to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$140
Average train trip duration13h 45m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:30am
Distance575 km

Pittsburgh to Albany Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pittsburgh - Albany, NY

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany cost?

    The average train ticket price from Pittsburgh to Albany is US$140. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    A train trip between Pittsburgh and Albany is around 13h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 576 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Pittsburgh and Albany?

    The number of trains from Pittsburgh to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Pittsburgh to Albany by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    When taking the train from Pittsburgh to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-25
US$309
07-26
US$155
Today
US$285
07-28
US$140
07-29
US$128
07-30
US$101
07-31
US$114
08-01
US$217
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of US$101

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$101 to US$376 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$101 which is on 2025-07-30.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Albany you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Pittsburgh and Albany, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Albany, NY to Pittsburgh

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