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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ottawa (Bayshore) | Albany Bus Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Ottawa | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Ottawa (VIA Rail) | SUNY Collins Circle | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Terry Fox / Centrum | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Ottawa to Albany
The journey takes about 20 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ottawa and Albany?
Stops in Ottawa
- A
Via Rail (200 Tremblay Rd)
VIA Rail – Pick-up, main entrance, 200 Chemin Tremblay Rd, K1G 3H5, Canada - B
CHEO
Ring Rd-Transit stop# 7072 - Shelter #9552, Ottawa, ON K1G, Canada - C
Université d'Ottawa - Desmarais Building
Université d'Ottawa, Desmarais Building - next to Waller/Laurier stop, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada - D
St-Laurent Station - 1300 St. Laurent Blvd
St-Laurent Station , 1300, St-Laurent Blvd, Ottawa, ON K1K 4H4, Canada - E
Queen & Metcalfe
508 Queen St, Ottawa, ON K1P, Canada - F
University of Ottawa
University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - 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
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Based on 12791 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 Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $129
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ottawa, CA 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 Ottawa to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ottawa to Albany start from $127. The average price for this route is around $132. 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 Ottawa to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Ottawa to Albany is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 343 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Ottawa to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ottawa to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Ottawa to Albany at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ottawa to Albany?
A bus trip from Ottawa to Albany generates an estimated 8.5516 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ottawa, CA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jun 6, 2026 with a price of $108To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ottawa, CA to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $108 to $168 for a bus ticket from Ottawa, CA to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2026-06-09.
