How to get from Albany to Towson
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Towson takes approximately 419 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 6 route options for you.
Fastest Route
419 min 541.8 km
3 transfers
214
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
Citylink Green
Departs from: Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av
Walking: 20 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 Baltimore Penn Station (8 stops, 168 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
7
Take Citylink Green Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb to Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb (41 stops, 35 min)
8
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany 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 Towson
Towson is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Towson:
- W. Pennsylvania Ave at York Rd (Wb)
- York Rd at E. Pennsylvania Ave (Nb)
- York Rd. at W Pennsylvania Ave.
- York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb
Alternative Route
447 min 544.2 km
3 transfers
114
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
51
Departs from: Broadway & Steuben St
Walking: 17 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 11 min (0.6 km)
to Broadway & Steuben St
2
Take 114 Bus
Direction: Crossgates to Rensselaer Rail Station via Western/Madison
From Broadway & Steuben St to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station) (5 stops, 10 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 Baltimore Penn Station (8 stops, 168 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
7
Take 51 Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb to York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb (32 stops, 40 min)
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Towson.
How do I travel from Albany to Towson in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Towson takes approximately 419 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Towson from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 447 minutes using the 114 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Towson without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 419 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Towson?
The 214 line provides bus service between Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av and Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Towson by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Towson in Albany takes approximately 419 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Towson?
Board the 214 bus at Broadway/Suny Plaza Station - Broadway & Hudson Av station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Towson?
The nearest stop to Towson is Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb 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.