Next bus departures

Next departures for Durham to Albany on September 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:15pm	Durham	17h 40m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:50am	Durham	14h 50m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:15am	Durham	15h	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:00am	Durham	17h 40m	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Durham	16h	9:45am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:05pm	Durham	1d 1h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:50am	Durham	15h 5m	6:55pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:45pm	Durham	16h 20m	10:05am	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:12 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 17 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

17h 30mAverage Duration

535 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCA$164 - CA$307	Average Duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCA$310 - CA$618	Average Duration16h 29m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Durham and Albany

Stops in Durham

A
Durham Greyhound Bus Station
515 W Pettigrew St , Durham, NC 27703
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B
Compare Foods Durham
2000-2004 NC-55, Durham, NC 27704, USA
C
Durham Compare Foods Durham
2000 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27704, USA
D
Durham, NC
E Main St at Roxboro St (WB), Durham, NC 27701, 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
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,880 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Greyhound

3.5/588,170 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US 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 Durham to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durham to Albany start from CA$164. The average price for this route is around CA$207. 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 Durham to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Durham to Albany is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 535 miles (863 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Durham to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Durham to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Durham to Albany at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durham to Albany?
A bus trip from Durham to Albany generates an estimated 21.551325000000002 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 Durham to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15728 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Durham 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 Durham to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Durham to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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09/23

CA$188

09/24

CA$240

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CA$223

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The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Sep 23, 2026 with a price of CA$188

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

You can expect to pay from CA$188 to CA$347 for a bus ticket from Durham, NC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$223 which is on 2026-09-27.