Bus Tickets from Albany, NY to Erie

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Next departures for Albany to Erie on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Erie Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
SUNY Collins Circle
Erie Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Erie Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Erie

Bus
Average PriceUS$47 - US$156Average Duration13h 45m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$56 - US$112Average Duration7h 5m
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Erie

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13h 45mAverage Duration
US$47Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Erie: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$65
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:10pm
Distance518 km
Latest bus departure8:25pm

Albany to Erie Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Erie

  1. What is the travel distance from Albany to Erie?

    The distance between Albany and Erie is around 524 km (325 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Albany to Erie?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at SUNY Collins Circle, in Albany, and end it at Erie Bus Station, in Erie.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-09
US$120
10-10
US$296
Today
US$75
10-12
US$208
10-13
US$72
10-14
No data
10-15
US$57
10-16
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Erie was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of US$57

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Erie, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$296 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57 which is on 2025-10-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Albany to Erie but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Albany to Erie, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Albany to Erie.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Albany to Erie while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Erie?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Albany, NY by bus?

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Train from Albany, NY to Erie

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