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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Grand Rapids Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Grand Rapids Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Grand Rapids to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $192
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Albany, NY by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Grand Rapids to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Grand Rapids to Albany start from $192. The average price for this train route is around $257. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Grand Rapids to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Grand Rapids to Albany is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 604 miles (974 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Grand Rapids to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Grand Rapids to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Grand Rapids to Albany at 6:00am. And the latest train departs at 6:00am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $218To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $218 to $848 for a train ticket from Grand Rapids, MI, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2025-12-18.
