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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Rensselaer to Wallingford. Traveling by bus from Rensselaer to Wallingford usually takes around 2 hours and 13 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 69 mi (111 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 13m |
| Cheapest price | $30.37 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Rensselaer to Wallingford?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Rensselaer to Wallingford. Vermont Translines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont Translines | 2 | 2h 13m | $30.37 |
Book Vermont Translines from Rensselaer to Wallingford from $30. There are 2 Vermont Translines schedules from Rensselaer to Wallingford and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Wallingford. In Rensselaer, Vermont Translines departs to Wallingford from Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby and no other station. In Wallingford, Vermont Translines arrives at Cumberland Farms and no other station.
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Rensselaer to Wallingford takes 2 hours and 13 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Wallingford.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 111 kilometers from Rensselaer to Wallingford. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Rensselaer to Wallingford, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Rensselaer to Wallingford. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Rensselaer to Wallingford; ticket prices start at $30.37.
City Information
Rensselaer
Rensselaer is a small town located just across the Hudson River from the New York State capital, Albany. The Amtrak train station that serves Albany is actually located within Rensselaer, so many commuters and vacationers alike will pass through the city when traveling in the Hudson River Valley.
Rensselaer itself boasts a rich industrial tradition, and it was known as a major railway hub in the 19th century. One of the appealing local attractions in town is the Crailo State Historic Site. The site is a manor house, built in 1707, that today serves as a museum dedicated to the culture of Dutch colonists in New York State. More museums, activities, parks, and sights are waiting just across the river in Albany for the curious traveler.
The city of Rensselaer is an important transportation hub for Amtrak trains throughout the region, which include the Amtrak Empire Service, Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, Amtrak Maple Leaf, and Amtrak Ethan Allen Express. Between these services, Amtrak connects Rensselaer to New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, and beyond. The nearest airport to the city is the Albany International Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Rensselaer?
Main departure station: Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby
Most buses depart from the main station in Rensselaer.
All bus stations in Rensselaer:
Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby
Where does the bus arrive in Wallingford?
Main arrival station: Cumberland Farms
All buses from Rensselaer arrive at one main station in Wallingford.
Bus stations in Wallingford:
Cumberland Farms
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