How much is the bus ticket from Jackson to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jackson to Albany start from $237. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 Jackson to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Jackson to Albany is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 875 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Jackson to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jackson to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Jackson to Albany at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jackson to Albany?

A bus trip from Jackson to Albany generates an estimated 22 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 Jackson to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jackson to Albany?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jackson to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jackson to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Jackson to Albany from $183 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Jackson to Albany on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40pm	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	1d 10h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	7:40pm	Jackson Station	19h 13m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	7:40pm	Jackson Station	19h 13m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:40am	Jackson (MI) Bus Station	1d 11h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	7:40pm	Jackson Station	22h 24m	6:04pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:23 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Jackson 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 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

875 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$237 - $249	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$308 - $308	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 80kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jackson and Albany?

Stops in Jackson

A
Jackson Greyhound Terminal
127 W Cortland, Jackson, MI 49201

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
Visit page
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

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,430 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jackson, MI, US 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 Jackson to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jackson to Albany start from $237. The average price for this route is around $237. 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 Jackson to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Jackson to Albany is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 875 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Jackson to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Jackson to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Jackson to Albany at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jackson to Albany?
A bus trip from Jackson to Albany generates an estimated 22 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 Jackson to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jackson to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Jackson to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jackson to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Jackson, MI, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $183

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

You can expect to pay from $183 to $729 for a bus ticket from Jackson, MI, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2025-12-14.