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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | SUNY Collins Circle | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Albany Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Raleigh Bus Station | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Raleigh (New Bern Ave) | SUNY Collins Circle | No tags |
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Get from Raleigh to Albany
The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 - 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 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 $93. The average price for this route is around $138. 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?
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 87522 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 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 Raleigh 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.
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Albany, NY was searched and found on Feb 13, 2026 with a price of $106To 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 $106 to $223 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 $111 which is on 2026-02-19.
