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Sat30 Mar
from US$18
Sun31 Mar
from US$18
Mon1 Apr
from US$18
Tue2 Apr
from US$18
Wed3 Apr
from US$18
Thu4 Apr
from US$18
Fri5 Apr
Sat6 Apr

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

07:30
3h
10:30
Albany - 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY
Cheapest
New York - Madison Ave
Cheapest
07:30
3h30m
11:00
Albany - 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY
2nd Cheapest
New York - 103 Canal St
2nd Cheapest
08:00
2h30m
10:30
Albany - Central Ave & N. Lake Ave
Fastest
New York - Madison Ave
Fastest
08:00
3h
11:00
Albany - Central Ave & N. Lake Ave
New York - 103 Canal St
16:45
2h45m
19:30
Albany - 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY
New York - Madison Ave
Bus Albany to New York: Trip Overview

Bus Albany to New York: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$36
Average bus trip duration3h
Number of daily buses28
Earliest bus departure04:05
Distance134 miles
Latest bus departure23:05

Albany to New York buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses28
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures04:05 - 23:05
Minimum PriceUS$18
Average Ticket PriceUS$36
Minimum Trip Duration2h
Average Bus Trip Duration3h
Distance134 miles
Bus companies on this routeAdirondack Trailways, Wanda Coach, Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany - New York

The average bus ticket price from Albany to New York is US$36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albany to New York is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Albany and New York is around 3h, although the fastest bus will take about 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 135 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Albany to New York can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 28 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albany to New York by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Albany to New York, you can travel comfortably and safely with Adirondack Trailways, Wanda Coach, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Albany and New York leave from Albany Airport or SUNY Collins Circle and arrive at Port Authority, Port AuthorityW 42nd St, 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street), 26th St & Park Ave.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/03
US$18
Today
US$18
29/03
US$18
30/03
US$18
31/03
US$18
01/04
US$18
02/04
US$18
03/04
US$18
The cheapest trip from Albany to New York was searched and found on 27 Mar 2024 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$74 for a bus ticket from Albany to New York based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2024-03-29.

Usually Adirondack Trailways, 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Albany to New York.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Albany to New York.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to New York will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Albany to New York while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany to New York?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time3hAvg priceUS$36Daily departures28
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time2h 35mAvg priceUS$42Daily departures12

The best way to travel between Albany and New York is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New York, choose the bus, as it will take you from Albany to New York in about 2h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Albany by bus?

Bus from New York to Albany

You can also go to New York by train

Train from Albany to New York

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