Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Albany on August 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Cincinnati to Albany on August 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	2:10pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	23h 10m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	20h 10m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	5:40pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	21h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	3:00pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	22h 20m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:28 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

22h 20mAverage Duration

982 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCHF 87 - CHF 297	Average Duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCHF 247 - CHF 1,068	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Cincinnati and Albany

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,079 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/515,300 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Elite, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati to Albany, NY 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 Cincinnati to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Albany start from CHF 87. The average price for this route is around CHF 149. 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 Cincinnati to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Albany is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 982 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Albany at 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Albany?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Albany generates an estimated 24.5415 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 Cincinnati to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 88056 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08-20

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08-21

CHF 189

Today

CHF 193

08-23

CHF 135

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Albany, NY was searched and found on Aug 23, 2026 with a price of CHF 135

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 135 to CHF 193 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 135 which is on 2026-08-23.