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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 | Depew Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 5 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and Albany, NY?
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The service was surprisingly good and exceeded expectations. Customers found the seats comfortable, train noise quiet, and announcements clear. Some wished for more floor-level storage for heavier luggage.
Amtrak Buffalo Albany recent customer reviews
Train was late, there was no Wi-Fi at the station in Buffalo or on the train. Attendant at the Buffalo station did not try to fix Wi-Fi problem, was dismissive and rude.
Pedro M.
Seats comfortable, train noise pretty quiet, clear announcements, wish there was more storage at floor level for heavier luggage.
David S.
Surprisingly good. It exceeded my expectations.
Paul M.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Albany start from US$49. The average price for this train route is around US$54. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Albany?
The average train journey time from Buffalo to Albany is 5h 24m, covering a distance of 414 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Albany route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Albany?
The earliest train from Buffalo to Albany departs at 04:18. And the latest train departs at 12:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on 31 May 2026 with a price of US$46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$744 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2026-05-31.
What's the cheapest way to go from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Buffalo, NY and Albany, NY is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$49. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Albany, NY, choose the train, as it will take you from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY in about 5h 24m – that's the fastest way to get there!
