How to get from Albany to Edwardsville
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Edwardsville takes approximately 1773 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
From Albany to Edwardsville
Fastest Route
1773 min
2,084.8 km
6 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
Flixbus N2640
1
Lincoln Service
07
Departs from:
Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking:
21 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take
214
Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
(11 stops, 14 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
(5 stops, 150 min)
5
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Newark
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Newark (Nj)
7
Take
Flixbus N2640
Bus
Direction: Chicago Bus Station
From Newark (Nj)
to Chicago Bus Station
(10 stops, 1180 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Desplaines & Harrison Terminal
9
Take
1
Bus
Direction: 34th/Michigan
From Desplaines & Harrison Terminal
to Jackson & Canal
(2 stops, 2 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Chicago Union Station
11
Take
Lincoln Service
Train
Direction: St. Louis
From Chicago Union Station
to Alton Amtrak Station
(3 stops, 237 min)
12
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alton Multimodal Regional Transportation Center
13
Take
07
Bus
Direction: Southbound
From Alton Multimodal Regional Transportation Center
to Edwardsville Station
(54 stops, 53 min)
14
Walk 9 min (0.5 km)
✓
Arrive at Edwardsville
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Edwardsville 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 Edwardsville
Edwardsville is located in Edwardsville and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Edwardsville:
- Vandalia St & Filmore St
- Vandalia St & Burton Pl Sw
- Main St & Park St Ne
- Main St & Park St Sw
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Edwardsville.
How do I travel from Albany to Edwardsville in Edwardsville?
The quickest journey from Albany to Edwardsville takes approximately 1773 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Can I get directly from Albany to Edwardsville without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1773 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Edwardsville?
The 214 line provides bus service between Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St and Edwardsville Station in Edwardsville.
What is the journey time from Albany to Edwardsville by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Edwardsville in Edwardsville takes approximately 1773 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Edwardsville?
Board the 214 bus at Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St station, located near Albany in Edwardsville.
Which station is closest to Edwardsville?
The nearest stop to Edwardsville is Edwardsville Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Edwardsville.
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.