How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Albany start from $46. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Newark to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Newark to Albany is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Albany at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Albany generates an estimated 5 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 Newark to Albany?

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 1142 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

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 Newark to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Albany from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Albany on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:15pm	Newark Penn Station	5h 15m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00am	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55pm	Newark Penn Station	6h 50m	7:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Albany on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:15am	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00am	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	Newark Penn Station	4h 50m	4:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55pm	Newark Penn Station	6h 50m	7:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Albany on January 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:15am	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00am	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	7:05am	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	1:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	Newark Penn Station	4h 50m	4:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Albany on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00am	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	7:05am	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	1:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	Newark Penn Station	5h 25m	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Albany on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00am	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	6:45am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	7:05am	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	1:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:50am	Newark Penn Station	4h 50m	4:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:08 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark 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 5 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

5h 15mAverage Duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $244	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $767	Average Duration4h 4m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Albany?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87489 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $46

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Albany recent customer reviews

I did round trip Albany to Newark Penn Station. The way down the bus was new and a very nice experience. The way back the bus was in disrepair but ok. The Albany station is embarrassing. Dirty and run down. Albany should be ashamed. Customer service was pleasant and helpful.

Paul C.

May 18, 2025

This is so frustrating. I couldn’t go with my bus, because they claim the sits was filled up. And was scheduled for 6:25pm, till this moment (10:43pm)am still at bus terminal in New York. Not even know the exact time I will leave here😡😡😡😡

Olufunke O.

May 20, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,956 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,144 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Peter Pan

4/56,415 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Albany start from $46. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Newark to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Newark to Albany is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Albany at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Albany?
A bus trip from Newark to Albany generates an estimated 5 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 Newark to Albany?
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 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to Albany?
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 Newark to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01-05

$66

01-06

$58

Today

$53

01-08

$53

01-09

$61

01-10

$54

01-11

$61

01-12

No data

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $153 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2026-01-08.

Usually Adirondack Trailways, 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.