How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Albany start at R 261. The average price for this route is around R 261. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Albany is 2h, covering a distance of 106 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Albany at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Albany produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Portland to Albany from R 226 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	Cheapest
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Albany on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:00	Union Station	1h 45m	08:45	Albany, OR	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:00	Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	12:00	Union Station	2h	14:00	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	17:00	Union Station	2h 5m	19:05	Albany, OR	No tags
Bus	21:35	Union Station	1h 45m	23:20	Albany, OR	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes and with fares starting at just R 261, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 47mAverage duration

106 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 261 - R 261	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 261 - R 759	Average duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Albany?

Stops in Portland

A
Portland Airport
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B
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
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C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA

Stops in Albany

A
Amtrak
112 SW 10th Avenue , Albany, OR 97321, USA

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Amtrak

4/55 629 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5629 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 261

Amtrak Portland Albany recent customer reviews

They were communicative, and helped us outside the train when there was a really big step

Haley H.

22 January 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Albany, OR 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 Portland to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Albany start at R 261. The average price for this route is around R 261. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Albany is 2h, covering a distance of 106 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Albany at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Albany?
A bus trip from Portland to Albany produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/12

R 226

07/12

R 226

Today

R 226

09/12

R 226

10/12

R 226

11/12

R 226

12/12

R 226

13/12

R 226

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Albany, OR was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 226

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

You can expect to pay from R 226 to R 226 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Albany, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 226, which is on 2025-12-09.