Trains tickets from Albany (NY) to Richmond (VA), US

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TodayApr 27
TomorrowApr 28
from $97
TueApr 29
from $129
WedApr 30
from $169
ThuMay 1
FriMay 2
from $155
SatMay 3
from $153
SunMay 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Richmond.

Average Price$57 - $225Average Duration12h 20m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$83 - $403Average Duration11h 10m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
12h 20mAverage Duration
$57Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Train Albany to Richmond: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$153
Average train trip duration11h 10m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure6:50am
Distance399 miles (643 km)
Latest train departure7:40pm

Albany to Richmond Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/25
$287
04/26
$211
Today
$175
04/28
$97
04/29
$129
04/30
$169
05/01
$143
05/02
$155
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany to Richmond was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $551 for a train ticket from Albany to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Albany to Richmond is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Albany and Richmond compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Albany to Richmond.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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