Next train departures

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:49pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 11m	8:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 5m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 27m	11:17am	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 27m	11:17am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	23h 29m	12:34pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 36m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	23h 29m	12:34pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 36m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 4m	2:19pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	6h 5m	1:45am	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 27m	11:17am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 27m	11:17am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 36m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 36m	12:26pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	8:15am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 15m	1:30pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 35m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:35pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 10m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	4:10pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	7h 35m	11:45pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:05am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 6m	2:11pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:00am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 47m	9:47am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	4h 13m	10:08am	30th Street Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:55am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	1d 2h	8:06am	30th Street Station	No tags
	Train Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	6:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	5h 6m	11:56am	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 927, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

5h 26mAverage Duration

322 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 668 - ZAR 3,245	Average Duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 927 - ZAR 7,777	Average Duration5h 26m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/56,527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6527 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 927

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US 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 Albany to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Philadelphia start at ZAR 927. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 1,642. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Albany to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from Albany to Philadelphia takes 5h 26m and covers 322 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 24 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Albany to Philadelphia departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 7:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09-28

ZAR 1,684

09-29

ZAR 1,348

Today

ZAR 1,247

10-01

ZAR 2,206

10-02

ZAR 2,392

10-03

ZAR 2,122

10-04

ZAR 2,206

10-05

ZAR 1,718

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US was searched and found on Sep 30, 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,247

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,247 to ZAR 11,333 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,718 which is on 2026-10-05.