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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Scranton | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Scranton | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Scranton | No tags | ||||
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Get from Albany to Scranton
The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Scranton?
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 Scranton
- A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Scranton 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 Scranton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Scranton start from $53. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 Scranton?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Scranton is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 131 miles (210 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Scranton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Scranton?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Scranton at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Scranton?
A bus trip from Albany to Scranton generates an estimated 5 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 Scranton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Scranton?
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 Scranton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Scranton?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Scranton was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $66To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Scranton, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $124 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-24.
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.
