Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Cortland, NY | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Cortland, NY | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Terminal | 60 Central Ave | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Cortland, NY | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Corey Union | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:19 PM EST.
Get from Albany to Cortland
The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Cortland?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA - D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA - E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA - F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Stops in Cortland
- A
Cortland County Office Building
60 Central Ave, Cortland, NY 13045 - B
State of NY Cortland Campus Bus Stop
21 Graham Ave (Corey Union, Bus stop located on Folmer Drive near Professional Studies Building), Cortland, NY 13045
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Cortland by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Cortland?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Cortland start from $56. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Cortland?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Cortland is 6h 5m, covering a distance of 195 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Cortland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Cortland?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Cortland at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Cortland?
A bus trip from Albany to Cortland generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Cortland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Cortland?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Cortland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Cortland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Cortland was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Cortland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $158 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Cortland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2026-01-12.
Usually Adirondack Trailways, OurBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
