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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Albany Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Albany Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 3 days, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $342, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Albany?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Albany start from $342. The average price for this route is around $412. 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 San Diego to Albany?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Albany is 3d 7h, covering a distance of 3925 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Albany route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Albany at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Albany?
A bus trip from San Diego to Albany generates an estimated 98 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 San Diego to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $369To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $369 to $427 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $369 which is on 2026-01-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Albany, NY?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
