Is there a way to reach Albany from Rutland without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Albany. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Albany from Rutland by bus?

Traveling from Rutland to Albany takes around 2h 38m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 2h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 77 miles (124 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Rutland and Albany?

Rutland and Albany are 77 miles (124 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to travel from Rutland to Albany?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $26.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Rutland to Albany?

The bus ticket costs $29 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $26 and $34, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Rutland to Albany?

Yes, a day trip from Rutland to Albany is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 4h 56m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Albany before returning to Rutland in the evening.

Rutland to Albany (NY) Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Rutland to Albany.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $34	Average Duration2h 38m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$36 - $36	Average Duration2h 36m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Rutland to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 2 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2h 38mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Rutland to Albany: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29

Average bus trip duration2h 38m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure7:17am

Distance77 miles (124 km)

Latest bus departure3:37pm

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Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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Is it possible to take a day trip from Rutland to Albany?

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

Best price found

05/04

$26

05/05

$26

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$26

05/07

$26

05/08

$26

05/09

$26

05/10

$26

05/11

$26

The cheapest trip from Rutland to Albany was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $31 for a bus ticket from Rutland to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-05-07.

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 Rutland and Albany!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Rutland to Albany.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rutland to Albany will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rutland to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Rutland to Albany?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 38m	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 36m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures1

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