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

The bus ticket price from Newark to Albany starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newark to Albany 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 Newark to Albany?

The average travel time between Newark and Albany is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Newark to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newark to Albany by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Newark to Albany?

When taking the bus from Newark to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.

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

Buses travelling between Newark and Albany leave from Newark Liberty International Airport or Penn Station and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle, Albany Airport, Greyhound Station.

Bus Newark to Albany from US$27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:10	Newark Penn Station	3h 15m	18:25	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	06:45	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	07:05	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	13:00	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 15m	17:45	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	10:10	Newark Penn Station	4h 45m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:45	Newark Penn Station	5h 25m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	15:10	Newark Penn Station	3h 15m	18:25	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	09:00	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 15m	17:45	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	11:50	Newark Penn Station	4h 50m	16:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:10	Newark Penn Station	3h 15m	18:25	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	06:45	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	07:05	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	13:00	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	10:30	Newark (Amtrak)	7h 15m	17:45	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	10:10	Newark Penn Station	4h 45m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Albany on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:10	Newark Penn Station	3h 15m	18:25	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
06:45	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
07:05	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	13:00	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
10:10	Newark Penn Station	4h 45m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
07:05	Newark Penn Station	6h 15m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:22 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 5mAverage duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$33 - US$149	Average duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$50 - US$381	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Bus Newark, NJ to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47

Average bus trip duration5h 5m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure05:45

Distance215 km

Latest bus departure21:35

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 341 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87341 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$33

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Albany recent customer reviews

I did round trip Albany to Newark Penn Station. The way down the bus was new and a very nice experience. The way back the bus was in disrepair but ok. The Albany station is embarrassing. Dirty and run down. Albany should be ashamed. Customer service was pleasant and helpful.

Paul C.

18 May 2025

This is so frustrating. I couldn’t go with my bus, because they claim the sits was filled up. And was scheduled for 6:25pm, till this moment (10:43pm)am still at bus terminal in New York. Not even know the exact time I will leave here😡😡😡😡

Olufunke O.

20 May 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 120 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54 409 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Peter Pan

4/56 309 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

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

Newark to Albany Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Albany from Newark, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Albany?

Stops in Newark

A - Newark Liberty International Airport

B - Penn Station

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark, NJ - Albany, NY

How much does a bus ticket from Newark to Albany cost?
The bus ticket price from Newark to Albany starts at US$33. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Newark to Albany 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 Newark to Albany?
The average travel time between Newark and Albany is around 5h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 217 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Newark and Albany?
The number of buses from Newark to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Newark to Albany by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Newark to Albany?
When taking the bus from Newark to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Newark to Albany?
Buses travelling between Newark and Albany leave from Newark Liberty International Airport or Penn Station and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle, Albany Airport, Greyhound 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$32

29/10

US$31

Today

US$45

31/10

US$29

01/11

US$35

02/11

US$57

03/11

US$36

04/11

US$32

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$29

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

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$77 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-10-31.

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 Newark to Albany.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 Newark to Albany.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Newark to Albany.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Newark to Albany, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 5m	Avg priceUS$47	Daily departures8
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 10m	Avg priceUS$91	Daily departures25

Will you be returning to Newark, NJ by bus?

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