How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany start from $112. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Pittsburgh to Albany is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 571 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Albany route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Albany at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany generates an estimated 14 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 Pittsburgh 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Albany from $102 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	17h 55m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	8:35pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 35m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:35pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 45m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 20m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 55m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	1d 1h	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	8:35pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 35m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh 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 13 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 45mAverage Duration

575 kmDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $461	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$181 - $546	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pittsburgh and Albany?

Stops in Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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B
Sennott Square
201 S Bouquet St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, USA

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

3.5/587,404 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany start from $112. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Pittsburgh to Albany is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 571 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pittsburgh to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Albany at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany?
A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany generates an estimated 14 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 Pittsburgh 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-26

$344

11-27

$222

Today

$272

11-29

$226

11-30

$280

12-01

$162

12-02

No data

12-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $534 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Amtrak 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.