How to get from Albany to Washington
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Washington takes approximately 447 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
447 min 607.3 km
4 transfers
ADT A531
A
Northeast Regional
R
O
Departs from: Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
Walking: 40 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 15 min (0.9 km)
to Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
2
Take ADT A531 Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.)
From Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) to New York (P.A.B.T.) (2 stops, 180 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
4
Take A Subway
Direction: Ozone Park-Lefferts Blvd
From 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal to 34 St-Penn Station
5
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
6
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (8 stops, 215 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
8
Take R Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform (2 stops, 5 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform
10
Take O Subway
Direction: New Carrollton
From Metro Center, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platform to Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform
11
Walk 14 min (0.8 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Washington 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 Washington
Washington is located in Washington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Washington:
- Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform
- Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
- Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform
- Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform
Bus stations close to Washington:
- Constitution AVE & 15th ST NW fs nb
- 14th St @ Pennsylvania Ave Nw
- 14th ST & Pennsylvania AVE NW sb
- 14 St Nw+Pennsylvania Av Nw
Alternative Route
511 min 608.4 km
2 transfers
Flixbus 2679
Vermonter
O
Departs from: Albany Bus Terminal, Ny
Walking: 35 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 17 min (1 km)
to Albany Bus Terminal, Ny
2
Take Flixbus 2679 Bus
Direction: New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
From Albany Bus Terminal, Ny to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) (1 stops, 195 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
4
Take Vermonter Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to New Carrollton Amtrak Station (6 stops, 187 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
6
Take O Subway
Direction: Vienna Fairfax-Gmu
From New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform (11 stops, 25 min)
7
Walk 14 min (0.8 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Washington.
How do I travel from Albany to Washington in Washington?
The quickest journey from Albany to Washington takes approximately 447 minutes via the ADT A531 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Washington from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 511 minutes using the Flixbus 2679 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Washington without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 447 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Washington?
The ADT A531 line provides bus service between Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) and Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform in Washington.
What is the journey time from Albany to Washington by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Washington in Washington takes approximately 447 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Washington?
Board the ADT A531 bus at Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) station, located near Albany in Washington.
Which station is closest to Washington?
The nearest stop to Washington is Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform station. Exit here to reach your destination in Washington.
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.