Bus Tickets from New York to Albany, NY

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Central Ave & N. Lake Ave
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: GW Bridge
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: 103 Canal St
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: July 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to Albany

Bus
Average PriceUS$22 - US$92Average Duration3h 10m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$44 - US$115Average Duration2h 30m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
US$44Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Albany: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$33
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 10m
Number of daily buses42
Earliest bus departure12:01am
Distance211 km
Latest bus departure11:00pm

New York to Albany Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from New York to Albany.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Albany from New York, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Albany, NY

  1. How far is New York from Albany?

    The distance covered from New York to Albany is 217 km (135 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York, and end it at SUNY Collins Circle, in Albany.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-12
US$43
07-13
US$46
Today
US$42
07-15
US$23
07-16
US$23
07-17
US$23
07-18
US$22
07-19
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Albany was searched and found on Jul 18, 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$81 for a bus ticket from New York City to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-07-18.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York and Albany!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from New York to Albany.

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 New York to Albany.

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

Did you know?

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 New York City to Albany?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

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You can also go to Albany, NY by train

Train from New York to Albany, NY

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