Find coaches from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY

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Next departures from Richmond to Albany on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    		Albany Bus TerminalCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
      		Albany Bus TerminalFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
        		Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
        FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
          		Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
            		SUNY Collins CircleNo tags

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            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 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            19bus per day
            13h 15mAverage duration
            649 kmDistance
            16kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$43 - US$252Average duration13h 15m
            16kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$96 - US$940Average duration10h 54m
            59kg CO₂e

            Bus Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$104
            Average bus trip duration13h 15m
            Number of daily buses19
            Earliest bus departure00:05
            Distance648 km
            Latest bus departure22:50

            Richmond to Albany Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Albany, NY

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Richmond to Albany cost?

              The bus ticket price from Richmond to Albany starts at US$43. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Richmond 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Richmond to Albany?

              The average travel time between Richmond and Albany is around 13h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 650 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Richmond and Albany?

              The number of buses from Richmond to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Richmond to Albany by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Richmond to Albany?

              When taking the bus from Richmond to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Richmond to Albany?

              Buses travelling between Richmond and Albany leave from Main Street Station or Staples Mill Road 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
            01/11
            US$105
            02/11
            US$100
            Today
            US$120
            04/11
            US$55
            05/11
            No data
            06/11
            US$73
            07/11
            US$89
            08/11
            US$51
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 08 Nov 2025 with a price of US$51

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

            You can expect to pay from US$51 to US$166 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$51, which is on 2025-11-08.

            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.

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Albany will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY?

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