How to get from Albany to Columbia
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Columbia takes approximately 4816 minutes with 2 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
4816 min
5,803.8 km
2 transfers
Cascades
Empire Builder
Floridian
Departs from:
Albany Amtrak Station
Walking:
48 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 22 min (1.3 km)
to Albany Amtrak Station
2
Take
Cascades
Bus
Direction: Portland
From Albany Amtrak Station
to Portland Amtrak Station
(3 stops, 125 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Portland
4
Take
Empire Builder
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Portland
to Chicago Union Station
(37 stops, 2760 min)
5
Take
Floridian
Train
Direction: Miami
From Chicago Union Station
to Columbia Amtrak Station
(24 stops, 1725 min)
6
Walk 24 min (1.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Columbia
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Albany:
- Albany Amtrak Station
Bus stations close to Albany:
- 2nd & Lyon
- 4th & Ellsworth
- 2nd & Baker
- 1st Ave & Montgomery St
Public transport stations close to Columbia
Columbia is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Columbia:
- Assembly & Gervais South
- Assembly Gervais North (Capitol Center)
- Assembly & Senate South
- Main Gervais South
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Columbia.
How do I travel from Albany to Columbia in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Columbia takes approximately 4816 minutes via the Cascades bus service.
Can I get directly from Albany to Columbia without changing?
This route requires 2 transfers. The complete journey takes about 4816 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Columbia?
The Cascades line provides bus service between Albany Amtrak Station and Columbia Amtrak Station in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Columbia by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Columbia in Albany takes approximately 4816 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Columbia?
Board the Cascades bus at Albany Amtrak Station station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Columbia?
The nearest stop to Columbia is Columbia Amtrak Station 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.