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New York to Albany, NY bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	$1.38
Fastest time	2h 50m
Trips per day	6
Bus lines	4

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New York-Albany Bus Schedule

$28.93

8:00 AM

Port Authority Bus Station

11:55 AM

SUNY Albany - 1400 Washington Ave at Collins Cir

Port Authority Bus Station

6:05 PM

Albany-Rensselaer Station - 525 East St

Port Authority Bus Station

10:50 AM

Albany Bus Term - 34 Hamilton St

Albany-Rensselaer Station - 525 East St

SUNY Albany - 1400 Washington Ave at Collins Cir

3.4stars

1 transfer

bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for New York to Albany

4.5

Based on 41 reviews

Based on 16 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Adirondack Pool report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 20 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

4.3

Value

3.4

Condition

4.1

Alexandra

5.0

October 4, 2019Visiting family

Pros

bus arrived on time

Cons

bus left late

Raquel

5.0

August 9, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Driver was safe

Cons

Bathroom was filthy! Could smell it from my seat

Joseph

4.0

July 26, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

The driver was amazing

Naomi

3.0

July 24, 2019Visiting family

Pros

arrived a few minutes early

Cons

I purchased a ticket from Wanderu that was supposed to drop off at SUNY Albany - Collins Circle. The driver said he would only drop off at the Renssalear Rail Station. He did not drop me off at the ticket destination - I had to find a ride from Renssalear.

Tips

Do not expect to be dropped off in the correct location.

Carol

4.0

June 9, 2019Visiting family

Pros

It was quick and very safe driving.

Cons

Very large passengers should purchase 2 seats and not sit on the other passengers

Tips

This bus is always packed. Get on the boarding line early if you want your choice of seats. I've taken this trip with Adirondack pool many times and this was the only time I got sat on and the trip was quick so I feel it was a good deal.

Based on 1 reviews

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

3.0

Value

3.0

Condition

5.0

Pearl

5.0

November 27, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Ride was smooth and safe despite hindrances. Bus driver drove safely.

Cons

Place bus on exact location as advertised. The location was on the roadside and not at the address advertised. If the bus was on time, I would have missed my bus. I could not find the bus location easily and when the number was called, help was not readily available ...More

Tips

Wanderu was able to find a trip that was cheaper that the other carriers. Thank you Wanderu!

Based on 12 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 56 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.7

Staff

3.8

Value

3.5

Condition

4.1

Jose

5.0

January 31, 2020Visiting family

Pros

It’s ok

Celice

5.0

December 29, 2019Solo travel

Pros

I appreciate the timing

Cons

The bus leaving was 40 min late

Alison

4.0

November 15, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

I liked that we left & arrived on time.

Cons

The WiFi didn't work, the outlets didn't work, the bus seats could have more room & be cleaner

Tips

Jeanine

5.0

September 29, 2019Couples trip

Pros

We will do this again

Marie Claire

4.0

June 23, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

I liked that it was almost a direct trip to Albany.

Cons

The outlets on the bus did not work, there was a confusion with boarding, so we left about 20 minutes late, my seat did not recline at all, and the driver did not know how to get to the Greyhound station in Albany from the highway. So those things could be worked on.

Tips

Arrive 15 minutes early to make sure you are put on the correct bus.

Based on 12 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 36 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

3.7

Value

4.0

Condition

4.4

Ena

5.0

March 6, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

I had space to myself since it was an early morning bus and we arrived Albany 3 mins early.

Tips

Don't arrive late and pee before boarding because bus bathrooms are not for the faint-hearted.

Francisco

4.0

November 30, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Ride was smooth

Cons

Seats and space

Tips

Try sitting alone seats are so close together

Andrew

5.0

October 18, 2019Vacation

Pros

My Trip Was Good . I Like My Rest 💤 , Good Food & Travel Was Nice .

Cons

Maybe More Leg Room . & Snacks On The Bus .

Nathalie

4.0

July 12, 2019Visiting family

Pros

I liked that there were several trips to choose from I liked that the stop and bus were clean

Cons

1) Thank goodness where we had to wait for the bus there was a tree so we didn’t have to stand in the hot sun that day! 2) We had to walk far away to find a toilet😓! Not fun! 3) there was no where to sit while waiting ☹️Not nice 4) have a plug for phone and WiFi 🥰

Tips

Go to the bathroom before you get to the bud stop

Deia

4.0

June 14, 2019

Pros

It got me where I needed to go safely and on time, so I can't complain too much.

Cons

The bus we had was not the bus promised on the booking site - I needed an outlet to do work on my laptop and picked a trip that listed power as an option, but no dice once we got on board. Also, the signage at the boarding area was incorrectly labeled, causing several ...More

Tips

Take the bus amenities promised with a grain of salt...

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a train that goes from New York City to Albany?

Yes, Amtrak offers 12 daily routes from New York City to Rensselaer, which is just across the Hudson River from Albany. The duration of the routes range from 2 hours and 20 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Tickets through Amtrak start at $35, but average closer to $47. The first train departs at 7:00 a.m. EDT, while the last train of the day departs at 10:00 p.m. EDT.

What is the best way to travel from New York City to Albany?

The best way to travel to Albany from New York City is by bus. Although taking a train is an option, it is more expensive and there are only 12 daily routes through Amtrak.

Traveling by bus, there are 5 companies that offer this route, with 33 daily scheduled trips between them. The duration of the trip ranges from 2 hours and 45 minutes to 7 hours. On average, bus tickets for this route cost about $17, but can be found for as cheap as $5.

Is New York City to Albany a good day-trip?

New York City to Albany does make a good day-trip if you take a direct bus. Direct bus routes can get to Albany in as fast as 2 hours and 45 minutes, meaning you can enjoy a full day in Albany before returning.

The earliest bus leaves NYC for Albany around 6:45 a.m., and the last bus from Albany back to New York City departs around 11:00 p.m. With that kind of flexibility, you could make it to Albany early, do some sightseeing, and still make it back home at a reasonable time.

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Albany?

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $26.60 was the low point for bus fares from New York to Albany. Buses from Albany to New York are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $26.60 could be considered a great deal.

The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 16 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $19.34 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 3 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 217 kilometers (135 miles) from New York to Albany. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie.

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Albany. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Albany, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Albany every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

What bus companies travel from New York to Albany?

There are 4 bus lines from New York to Albany. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options: