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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Scranton | SUNY Collins Circle | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | Fastest | |||||
 | Scranton, PA | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags |
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Get from Scranton to Albany
The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 053, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Scranton and Albany?
Stops in Scranton
- A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Scranton 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 Scranton to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Scranton to Albany start at R 1 053. The average price for this route is around R 1 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Scranton to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Scranton to Albany is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 211 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Scranton to Albany route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Scranton to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Scranton to Albany at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 11:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Scranton to Albany?
A bus trip from Scranton to Albany produces an estimated 5 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 Scranton to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Scranton to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Scranton 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 Scranton to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Scranton to Albany, NY was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Scranton to Albany, NY as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 153 to R 12 601 for a bus ticket from Scranton to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 153, which is on 2025-12-18.
Usually Amtrak 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.
