How to get from Albany to Lancaster
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Lancaster takes approximately 421 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 6 route options for you.
Fastest Route
421 min 490.5 km
3 transfers
214
Empire Service
Keystone Service
1
Departs from: Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking: 23 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 Keystone Service Train
Direction: Harrisburg
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Lancaster (9 stops, 171 min)
6
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to N. Duke & E. Liberty St.
7
Take 1 Bus
Direction: Northeast
From N. Duke & E. Liberty St. to Courthouse Duke & Grant (14 stops, 18 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lancaster
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Lancaster 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 Lancaster
Lancaster is located in Lancaster and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Lancaster:
- N. Queen & King Fulton Bank
- Courthouse Duke & Grant
- W. Vine & S. Queen St.
- S. Queen & E. Vine St.
Alternative Route
501 min 538.1 km
3 transfers
905
Empire Service
Keystone Service
1
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 12 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 Keystone Service Train
Direction: Harrisburg
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Lancaster (9 stops, 171 min)
6
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to N. Duke & E. Liberty St.
7
Take 1 Bus
Direction: Northeast
From N. Duke & E. Liberty St. to Courthouse Duke & Grant (14 stops, 18 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lancaster
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Lancaster.
How do I travel from Albany to Lancaster in Lancaster?
The quickest journey from Albany to Lancaster takes approximately 421 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Lancaster from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 501 minutes using the 905 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Lancaster without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 421 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Lancaster?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and Courthouse Duke & Grant in Lancaster.
What is the journey time from Albany to Lancaster by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Lancaster in Lancaster takes approximately 421 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Lancaster?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Lancaster.
Which station is closest to Lancaster?
The nearest stop to Lancaster is Courthouse Duke & Grant station. Exit here to reach your destination in Lancaster.
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.