Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Los Angeles?
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 Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Los Angeles start from $156. The average price for this route is around $344. 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 Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Los Angeles is 3d , covering a distance of 2451 miles (3953 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Los Angeles at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles generates an estimated 98.822725 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Apr 12, 2026 with a price of $264To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $264 to $531 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $272 which is on 2026-04-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
