How to get from Albany to Lynchburg
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Lynchburg takes approximately 718 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 6 route options for you.
Fastest Route
718 min
873.0 km
3 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
1a
Departs from:
Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking:
19 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 Lynchburg
(17 stops, 480 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Kemper Bay 1a
7
Take
1a
Bus
Direction: Kemper Station Bay 1a
From Kemper Bay 1a
to 10th St.
(25 stops, 13 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lynchburg
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Lynchburg 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 Lynchburg
Lynchburg is located in Lynchburg and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Lynchburg:
- 10th St.
- Main St.
- 11th St.
- Bank James
Alternative Route
798 min
920.6 km
3 transfers
905
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
1a
Departs from:
Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking:
8 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 Lynchburg
(17 stops, 480 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Kemper Bay 1a
7
Take
1a
Bus
Direction: Kemper Station Bay 1a
From Kemper Bay 1a
to 10th St.
(25 stops, 13 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lynchburg
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Lynchburg.
How do I travel from Albany to Lynchburg in Lynchburg?
The quickest journey from Albany to Lynchburg takes approximately 718 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Lynchburg from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 798 minutes using the 905 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Lynchburg without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 718 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Lynchburg?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and 10th St. in Lynchburg.
What is the journey time from Albany to Lynchburg by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Lynchburg in Lynchburg takes approximately 718 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Lynchburg?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Lynchburg.
Which station is closest to Lynchburg?
The nearest stop to Lynchburg is 10th St. station. Exit here to reach your destination in Lynchburg.
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.