How much is the bus ticket from Raleigh to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Albany start from $87. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Raleigh to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Albany is 16h, covering a distance of 539 miles (868 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Albany at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Raleigh to Albany generates an estimated 22 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 Raleigh 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 87439 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Albany from $80 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Albany on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	16h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 50m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:55pm	Raleigh Bus Station	17h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Albany on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:15pm	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	22h 5m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	9:20pm	Raleigh Bus Station	13h 50m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Raleigh Bus Station	14h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	Raleigh Bus Station	15h 10m	4:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:50am	Raleigh Bus Station	14h 25m	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh 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 16 hours and with fares starting at just $87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

16hAverage Duration

539 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$87 - $481	Average Duration16h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$151 - $151	Average Duration23h 37m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Albany?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, 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

3.5/587,439 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

3.5/511,640 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to Albany start from $87. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Raleigh to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Raleigh to Albany is 16h, covering a distance of 539 miles (868 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Raleigh to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Raleigh to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to Albany at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Raleigh to Albany?
A bus trip from Raleigh to Albany generates an estimated 22 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 Raleigh 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 87439 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/16

$164

12/17

No data

Today

$174

12/19

$166

12/20

$156

12/21

$142

12/22

$145

12/23

$144

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $142

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

You can expect to pay from $142 to $233 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $142 which is on 2025-12-21.