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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | 100 E Rich St | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Columbus (E Mound St) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | 100 E Rich St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Columbus (E Mound St) | No tags |
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Get from Albany to Columbus
The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Columbus?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - 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
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Columbus, OH by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Columbus?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Columbus start from $102. The average price for this route is around $205. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Columbus?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Columbus is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 514 miles (828 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Columbus route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Columbus?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Columbus at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Columbus?
A bus trip from Albany to Columbus generates an estimated 20.689400000000003 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Columbus?
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 87532 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Columbus?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Albany to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Columbus?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Albany, NY to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Apr 13, 2026 with a price of $157To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Columbus, OH, as early as possible.
