How much does a bus ticket from Albany to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Albany to Washington starts at US$37. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albany to Washington 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!

How long is the bus ride from Albany to Washington?

The average travel time between Albany and Washington is around 11h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 502 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Albany and Washington?

The number of buses from Albany to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albany to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Albany to Washington?

When taking the bus from Albany to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Washington?

Buses travelling between Albany and Washington leave from SUNY Collins Circle or Albany Airport and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Bus Albany to Washington from US$37 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 30 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	14:30	Albany Terminal	8h 15m	22:45	Washington	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	14:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 5m	22:45	Washington	Fastest
	13:15	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 30m	23:45	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 45m	01:15	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 45m	04:45	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 45m	04:45	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	18h 15m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 45m	03:45	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Albany Bus Terminal	14h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	20:00	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 45m	04:45	Union Station	Fastest
	03:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Albany Bus Terminal	14h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	14:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 5m	22:45	Washington	Fastest
	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Albany Bus Terminal	14h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	14:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 5m	22:45	Washington	Fastest
	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 45m	01:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:20	Albany Bus Terminal	14h 35m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	14:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 5m	22:45	Washington	Fastest
	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 45m	01:15	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:50 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

11h 5mAverage duration

499 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$37 - US$184	Average duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$67 - US$725	Average duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Bus Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73

Average bus trip duration11h 5m

Number of daily buses29

Earliest bus departure03:20

Distance499 km

Latest bus departure23:20

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 341 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 115 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Peter Pan

4/56 309 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 118 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Albany to Washington Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Albany and Washington?

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Washington, DC, US

How much does a bus ticket from Albany to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Albany to Washington starts at US$37. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albany to Washington 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!
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Washington?
The average travel time between Albany and Washington is around 11h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 502 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Albany and Washington?
The number of buses from Albany to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 29 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albany to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Albany to Washington?
When taking the bus from Albany to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Washington?
Buses travelling between Albany and Washington leave from SUNY Collins Circle or Albany Airport and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/10

US$78

29/10

US$74

Today

US$88

31/10

US$77

01/11

US$84

02/11

US$84

03/11

US$57

04/11

US$42

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$42

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$171 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually FlixBus 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 Washington.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 Washington.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to Washington 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 Washington 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.

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time11h 5m	Avg priceUS$73	Daily departures29
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time7h 6m	Avg priceUS$166	Daily departures22

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