How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Albany start from $201. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Gainesville to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Albany is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 791 miles (1276 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Albany at 10:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Albany generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Gainesville to Albany from $169 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Albany on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	1d 2h	10:30am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15am	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	1d 4h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	1d 4h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:30pm	Gainesville (Mart 24/7)	1d 14h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $201, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

791 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$201 - $283	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$715 - $715	Average Duration23h 32m	CO₂ emissions 116kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Albany?

Stops in Gainesville

A
La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop
425 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA 30501
B
Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7
2580 MONROE DRIVE , 30507, Georgia
C
El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop
1408 Atlanta Hwy, Gainesville, GA

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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,429 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA 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 Gainesville to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Albany start from $201. The average price for this route is around $243. 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 Gainesville to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Albany is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 791 miles (1276 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Albany at 10:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Albany?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Albany generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

Best price found

12/10

$169

12/11

$173

Today

$173

12/13

$173

12/14

$171

12/15

$169

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$169

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The cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $169

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

You can expect to pay from $169 to $173 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $169 which is on 2025-12-15.