What's the distance between Albany and Chicago by coach?

The distance between Albany and Chicago by coach is approximately 712 miles (1147 km).

How can I travel from Albany to Chicago avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Albany to Chicago from £72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 9h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 12h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	05:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 4h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 4h	07:50	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 7h	13:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Chicago on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 3h	22:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 2h	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 3h	10:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 1h	20:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:52 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 16 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 7mAverage duration

711 milesDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£53 - £314	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£57 - £206	Average duration16h 7m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Chicago?

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
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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

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,388 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,400 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,126 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Albany, NY to Chicago

What's the distance between Albany and Chicago by coach?
The distance between Albany and Chicago by coach is approximately 712 miles (1147 km).
How can I travel from Albany to Chicago avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£93

21/11

£100

Today

£92

23/11

£95

24/11

£132

25/11

£185

26/11

£193

27/11

£92

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Chicago was searched and found on 22 Nov 2025 with a price of £92

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

You can expect to pay from £92 to £360 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £92, which is on 2025-11-27.