Find coaches from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY

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Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 19 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Rochester
Albany Bus TerminalCheapest
FlixBus
Rochester
SUNY Collins CircleFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
Bus Station
Albany TerminalNo tags
FlixBus
Rochester
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Rochester
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Albany

Bus
Average priceUS$31 - US$254Average duration10h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$46 - US$124Average duration4h 31m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Rochester to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
4h 31mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$49
Average bus trip duration10h 5m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:35
Distance198 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Rochester to Albany Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rochester, NY, US - Albany, NY

  1. How far is Albany from Rochester by coach?

    The journey from Rochester to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 199 miles (320 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Albany from Rochester without a car?

    The best way to go from Rochester to Albany without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
16/10
No data
17/10
US$76
Today
US$61
19/10
US$61
20/10
US$43
21/10
US$40
22/10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 21 Oct 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$77 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-10-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rochester and Albany!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rochester to Albany, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rochester to Albany 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 Rochester to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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