Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 103 Canal St | Central Ave & N. Lake Ave | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Madison Ave | Central Ave & N. Lake Ave | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | 103 Canal St | 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | New York Port Authority | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | New York Port Authority | ALB Airport | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 152 E Broadway | 128 Central Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madison Ave | 1256 Central Ave, Albany, NY | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 2 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in New York City and Albany
Stops in New York City
- A
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA - C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA - D
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA - F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - 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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Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 York City to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Albany start from $22. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 York City to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Albany is 3h 10m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by BBBus.com.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, BBBus.com, Wanda Coach, FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Albany at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Albany?
A bus trip from New York City to Albany generates an estimated 5.346475000000001 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 York City to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1162 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jul 23, 2026 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $89 for a bus ticket from New York City to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-07-23.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Albany, NY?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
