Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Albany Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Albany Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | SUNY Collins Circle | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Albany
The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Albany?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Albany, NY by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Albany start at R 3 306. The average price for this route is around R 4 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Albany is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 2401 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Albany at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Albany?
A bus trip from Houston to Albany produces an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 540To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Albany, NY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 540 to R 8 925 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 818, which is on 2025-12-19.
