How much is the bus ticket from Ithaca to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Albany start at R 761. The average price for this route is around R 1 433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Ithaca to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Ithaca to Albany is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 227 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from OurBus , FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ithaca to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Albany at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Albany?

A bus trip from Ithaca to Albany produces an estimated 6 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 Ithaca to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ithaca to Albany?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ithaca to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ithaca to Albany from R 689 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Ithaca to Albany on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 25m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	15:35	Cornell University - North Campus	3h 45m	19:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	13:00	130 E Seneca St	4h 15m	17:15	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 10m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Bus	15:20	Cornell University - West Campus	4h	19:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Ithaca to Albany on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	Ithaca	12h 30m	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Ithaca to Albany on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	Ithaca	12h 30m	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Ithaca to Albany on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 25m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 10m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:10	Green Street	10h 40m	21:50	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:10	Green Street	9h 20m	20:30	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
New York Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:10	Green Street	10h 55m	22:05	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Ithaca to Albany on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 25m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	14:30	Ithaca	4h 10m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	07:30	130 E Seneca St	4h 15m	11:45	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:39 AM EST.

Get from Ithaca to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 761, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

8h 40mAverage duration

227 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ithaca and Albany?

Stops in Ithaca

A
Green Street
131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, 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

Compare bus companies

OurBus

4/53 172 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed positive opinions about the pleasant drivers, smooth rides, and not too crowded buses. They also appreciated being able to charge their phones during the trip. However, there are negative comments regarding a specific driver who was deemed unsafe due to reckless driving behaviors such as speeding, swerving off the road, and slamming on brakes late for red lights. Customers express concern for their safety and suggest disciplinary action or removal of this driver from the road before any accidents occur.

OurBus Ithaca Albany recent customer reviews

The air conditioning was nice and the driver, Mr. Wing Wu, was very friendly. I didn't any indication of free Wi-Fi that was advertised while I was booking though, which was disappointing.

V L.

18 August 2023

The bus driver didn't scand my ticket and rush me to get on and it was the wrong bus. The bus was for New York city and when I call customer service they said there was no other bus to Albany so I had to buy a ticket from greyhound to Albany. This messed up all my plans for my trip to Albany.

Bertha C.

12 August 2023

Pleasant driver, smooth ride and not too crowded. Appreciated being able to charge my phone.

Ruth F.

14 April 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 131 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54 419 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ithaca, 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 Ithaca to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Albany start at R 761. The average price for this route is around R 1 433. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ithaca to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Ithaca to Albany is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 227 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ithaca to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Albany at 06:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Albany?
A bus trip from Ithaca to Albany produces an estimated 6 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 Ithaca to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ithaca to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ithaca to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 758

14/12

R 878

Today

R 792

16/12

R 775

17/12

R 1 205

18/12

R 1 205

19/12

R 792

20/12

R 827

The cheapest trip from Ithaca, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 758

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

You can expect to pay from R 758 to R 1 378 for a bus ticket from Ithaca, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 775, which is on 2025-12-16.