How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Houston start from $139. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 Houston?

The average bus trip duration from Albany to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1486 miles (2397 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Houston at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Albany to Houston generates an estimated 60 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 Houston?

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 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Houston?

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 Houston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Albany to Houston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Houston from $190 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 6h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 6h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 6h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 6h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 18h	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 20h	2:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	2:35pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Houston on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 11h	4:40am	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 17h	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 20h	2:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 21h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

1486 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$139 - $559	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$270 - $1,510	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 218kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Houston?

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
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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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,466 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,834 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Houston start from $139. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 Houston?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Houston is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1486 miles (2397 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Houston at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Houston?
A bus trip from Albany to Houston generates an estimated 60 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 Houston?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Houston?
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 Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Albany to Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.