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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan | Bus | Albany Terminal | Washington | Cheapest | ||||
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan | Bus | Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak) | Washington | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Union Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Washington?
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 Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Washington start from $63. The average price for this route is around $111. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Washington is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 499 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Washington at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Washington?
A bus trip from Albany to Washington generates an estimated 12 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 Washington?
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 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Washington?
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 Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $76To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $76 to $385 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-12-03.
Usually FlixBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
