How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Albany start from $95. The average price for this route is around $197. 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 Norfolk to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Norfolk to Albany is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 678 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Albany at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Norfolk to Albany generates an estimated 17 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 Norfolk to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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.

Bus Norfolk to Albany from $86 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Albany on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00pm	Norfolk	13h 10m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Norfolk to Albany on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:45pm	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	19h 10m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00pm	Norfolk	13h 10m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15am	Norfolk	16h 15m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	7:50pm	Norfolk	17h 30m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:00pm	Norfolk	18h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:28 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 12 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just $204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 6mAverage Duration

681 kmDistance

62kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $389	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$204 - $1,239	Average Duration12h 6m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Albany?

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
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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
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B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
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D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
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E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
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F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,049 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Albany start from $95. The average price for this route is around $197. 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 Norfolk to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Norfolk to Albany is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 678 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Norfolk to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Albany at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Albany?
A bus trip from Norfolk to Albany generates an estimated 17 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 Norfolk to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Norfolk 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

01-12

$147

01-13

$143

Today

$105

01-15

$163

01-16

No data

01-17

$127

01-18

No data

01-19

No data

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $105

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

You can expect to pay from $105 to $178 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $127 which is on 2026-01-17.