How to get from Albany to Portsmouth
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Portsmouth takes approximately 838 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, train and tram. We found 5 route options for you.
From Albany to Portsmouth
Fastest Route
838 min
923.5 km
5 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
800
006
Departs from:
Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking:
52 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: Newport News
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Newport News
(14 stops, 473 min)
6
Take
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Bus
Direction: Virginia Beach
From Newport News
to Norfolk
7
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Harbor Park Station
8
Take
800
Tram
Direction: Evmc Fort Norfolk Station
From Harbor Park Station
to Civic Plaza Station
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Saint Pauls & Plume
10
Take
006
Bus
Direction: Liberty & Seaboard
From Saint Pauls & Plume
to Waterside & Commercial
11
Walk 32 min (1.9 km)
✓
Arrive at Portsmouth
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth
Portsmouth is located in Portsmouth and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Portsmouth:
- High & Crawford
- County & Court
- High & Court
- High & Dinwiddie
Ferry stations close to Portsmouth:
- Ferry Stop - High St
- Ferry Stop - North Landing
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Portsmouth.
How do I travel from Albany to Portsmouth in Portsmouth?
The quickest journey from Albany to Portsmouth takes approximately 838 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Can I get directly from Albany to Portsmouth without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 838 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Portsmouth?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and Waterside & Commercial in Portsmouth.
What is the journey time from Albany to Portsmouth by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Portsmouth in Portsmouth takes approximately 838 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Portsmouth?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Portsmouth.
Which station is closest to Portsmouth?
The nearest stop to Portsmouth is Waterside & Commercial station. Exit here to reach your destination in Portsmouth.
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.