Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 28
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
Fastest
Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 29
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
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Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 30
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
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Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Cherry Hill Mall
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on October 31
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
Fastest
Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on November 1
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
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Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on November 2
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
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Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on November 3
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
Fastest
Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Next departures for Albany to Philadelphia on November 4
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Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
ALB Airport
Philadelphia (Spring Garden)
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Albany Bus Terminal
Schuylkill & Walnut
Fastest
Albany Bus Terminal
199 Spring Garden St.
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Albany Bus Terminal
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Philadelphia
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Greyhound Albany Philadelphia recent customer reviews
The seats on the bus from Albany to NYC were very cramped and uncomfortable making for a pretty miserable ride on a totally full bus. The seats on the bus from NYC to Phila were much more spacious and comfortable. The drivers were very professional. Staff was courteous and helpful.
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.
Based on 6308 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $101
Based on 1118 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $67
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Where are the popular stops in Albany and Philadelphia?
Stops in Albany
A - SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USAIndependence Travel Center
C - #2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D - Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F - NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Frequently asked questions for your trip Albany, NY - Philadelphia, PA
What is the travel distance from Albany to Philadelphia?
The distance between the two cities is 201 miles (323 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Philadelphia?
The majority of buses traveling from Albany to Philadelphia start their journey at SUNY Collins Circle and wind up at Philadelphia Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?
Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Schuylkill River Trail, National Museum of Jewish History, Arden Theatre Company, Love Park and Liberty Bell.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/26
$84
10/27
$55
Today
$51
10/29
$42
10/30
$44
10/31
$50
11/01
$48
11/02
$95
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Oct 29, 2025 with a price of $42
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $42 to $145 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-10-29.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Albany and Philadelphia!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Albany to Philadelphia, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to Philadelphia will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Albany to Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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We recommend taking the bus
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Oct 29, 2025 with a price of $42
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
