How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Albany start from $42. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Washington to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Albany is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 307 miles (495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Albany at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Albany generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Albany?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington 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 Washington to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Albany from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Albany on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:15pm	Union Station	10h 15m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30am	Union Station	8h 45m	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	9h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	11h 10m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Union Station	13h 50m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:31 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

11h 5mAverage Duration

307 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $341	Average Duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$67 - $783	Average Duration7h 1m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Albany?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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
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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

3.5/587,404 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Albany recent customer reviews

I was happy the buses left at the exact scheduled time, and also arrived destination on time

Jenny E.

September 19, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,467 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.

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Albany start from $42. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Washington to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Albany is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 307 miles (495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Albany at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Albany?
A bus trip from Washington to Albany generates an estimated 12 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 Washington to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington 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 Washington to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/26

$107

11/27

$101

Today

$75

11/29

$125

11/30

$183

12/01

$68

12/02

No data

12/03

$50

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $400 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.