Bus Tickets from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY

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TodayMay 11
from $90
TomorrowMay 12
from $66
TueMay 13
from $55
WedMay 14
from $54
ThuMay 15
from $56
FriMay 16
from $66
SatMay 17
from $53
SunMay 18
from $62

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Transportation Center
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Terminal
    Operated by: New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Transportation Center
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Terminal
    Operated by: New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Transportation Center
    Arrival time: May 13 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Terminal
    Operated by: New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 12 at
    Departure city: Buffalo
    Departure location: Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Albany.

Average Price$44 - $204Average Duration12h 50m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$49 - $116Average Duration5h 27m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Buffalo to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 5 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
5h 27mAverage Duration
$49Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Buffalo to Albany: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$62
Average bus trip duration12h 50m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure12:55am
Distance257 miles (413 km)
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Buffalo to Albany Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Buffalo to Albany from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Buffalo to Albany, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Buffalo - Albany

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/09
$85
05/10
$77
Today
$90
05/12
$72
05/13
$56
05/14
$54
05/15
$56
05/16
$66
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo to Albany was searched and found on May 14, 2025 with a price of $54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Buffalo to Albany, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $108 for a bus ticket from Buffalo to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-05-14.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Buffalo and Albany!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Buffalo to Albany, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Buffalo to Albany that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Buffalo to Albany.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Buffalo by bus?

Bus from Buffalo to Albany

You can also go to Albany by train

Train from Buffalo to Albany

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