How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Albany start from $132. The average price for this route is around $176. 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 New Orleans to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Albany is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1257 miles (2027 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Albany at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Albany generates an estimated 51 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 New Orleans to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Albany?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Albany?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Albany from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Albany on January 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	11:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 11h	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	9:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 13h	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Albany on January 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 15h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Albany on January 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 15h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:56 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans 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 1 day, 14 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1257 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$132 - $483	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$186 - $565	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Albany?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Albany start from $132. The average price for this route is around $176. 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 New Orleans to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Albany is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1257 miles (2027 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Albany at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Albany?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Albany generates an estimated 51 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 New Orleans to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/26

No data

01/27

$139

Today

$289

01/29

$257

01/30

$266

01/31

$232

02/01

No data

02/02

$153

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $139

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

You can expect to pay from $139 to $755 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2026-02-02.