How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Albany start at R 2 912. The average price for this route is around R 3 607. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New York City to Albany?

The average bus journey time from New York City to Albany is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1365 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Albany at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Albany?

A bus trip from New York City to Albany produces an estimated 34 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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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.

Bus New York City to Albany from R 3 278 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Albany on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	08:15	Albany	CheapestFastest
	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	08:15	Albany	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Chinatown	1d 11h	08:15	Albany	No tags
	Bus	20:00	GW Bridge	1d 12h	08:15	Albany	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 15h	08:15	Albany	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:17 AM EST.

Get from New York City to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 912, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

1d 5hAverage duration

1365 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 435 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 633 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11633 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 912

FlixBus New York City Albany recent customer reviews

Bus was two hours later & made me miss my next bus now I’m sitting at the boat station for 18 hours until the next one

Husani C.

15 April 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Albany, GA 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 New York City to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Albany start at R 2 912. The average price for this route is around R 3 607. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New York City to Albany?
The average bus journey time from New York City to Albany is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1365 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Albany at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Albany?
A bus trip from New York City to Albany produces an estimated 34 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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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.