Find coaches from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY

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Next departures from Richmond to Albany on 8 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    		SUNY Collins CircleCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
      		Albany Bus TerminalFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
        		Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
          		Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Henrico
            		SUNY Collins CircleNo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            19bus per day
            13h 15mAverage duration
            402 milesDistance
            16kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£33 - £197Average duration13h 15m
            16kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£75 - £734Average duration10h 54m
            59kg CO₂e

            Bus Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

            Average ticket price£81
            Average bus trip duration13h 15m
            Number of daily buses19
            Earliest bus departure00:05
            Distance402 miles
            Latest bus departure22:50

            Richmond to Albany Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Albany, NY

            1. How far is Albany from Richmond by coach?

              The journey from Richmond to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 403 miles (650 km).

            2. Is there a way to reach Albany from Richmond without flying?

              To travel from Richmond to Albany without flying, you can take the coaches. 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
            02/11
            £78
            03/11
            £94
            Today
            £86
            05/11
            No data
            06/11
            £57
            07/11
            £70
            08/11
            £40
            09/11
            £71
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 8 Nov 2025 with a price of £40

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

            You can expect to pay from £40 to £114 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £40, which is on 2025-11-08.

            Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.

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            Bus Travel Tips

            If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Richmond to Albany but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Richmond to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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            Did you know?

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            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!

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