How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Albany start from $101. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 Columbus to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Albany is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 514 miles (828 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Columbus to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Albany at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Columbus to Albany generates an estimated 21 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 Columbus to Albany?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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 Columbus to Albany?

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 Columbus to Albany?

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 Columbus to Albany from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Columbus to Albany on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:20am	Columbus Bus Station	16h 20m	4:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:20am	Columbus Bus Station	18h 5m	6:25pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	Columbus Bus Station	1d 2h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	7:55am	Columbus Bus Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	8:50pm	Columbus Bus Station	18h 5m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Get from Columbus to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

22h 50mAverage Duration

514 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Albany?

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA

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
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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

3.5/511,492 reviews

Staff4.2

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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to Albany, NY 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 Columbus to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Albany start from $101. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 Columbus to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to Albany is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 514 miles (828 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Albany at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Albany?
A bus trip from Columbus to Albany generates an estimated 21 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 Columbus to Albany?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Albany?
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 Columbus to Albany?
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 Columbus to Albany?
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.