How to get from Albany to Washington
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Washington takes approximately 432 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus, train and subway. We found 7 route options for you.
Fastest Route
432 min 596.4 km
3 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
R
Departs from: Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking: 34 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
2
Take 214 Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) (8 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: New York
From Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (4 stops, 160 min)
5
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (11 stops, 208 min)
6
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
7
Take R Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform (2 stops, 5 min)
8
Walk 17 min (1 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Washington
Washington is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Washington:
- Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform
- Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Bus stations close to Washington:
- Constitution AVE & 15th ST NW fs nb
- 14th St @ Pennsylvania Ave Nw
- 14th ST & Pennsylvania AVE NW sb
- 14 St Nw+Pennsylvania Av Nw
Alternative Route
512 min 644.1 km
3 transfers
905
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
R
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 23 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take 905 Bus
Direction: Albany to Schenectady-Gateway Hub
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to Downtown/Train Station - State St & Broadway (13 stops, 52 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Schenectady
4
Take Empire Service Train
Direction: New York
From Schenectady to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station (5 stops, 204 min)
5
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (11 stops, 208 min)
6
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
7
Take R Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform (2 stops, 5 min)
8
Walk 17 min (1 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Washington.
How do I travel from Albany to Washington in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Washington takes approximately 432 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Washington from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 512 minutes using the 905 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Washington without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 432 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Washington?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Washington by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Washington in Albany takes approximately 432 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Washington?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Washington?
The nearest stop to Washington is Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.