Bennington to Albany bus
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Bennington to Albany. Traveling by bus from Bennington to Albany usually takes around one hour and 30 minutes, but the fastest Vermont Translines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (52 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $15.00 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Bennington to Albany?
$16.97 is the average price of a bus ticket from Bennington to Albany. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
Traveling from Bennington to Albany by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for that route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $16 whenever you decide to travel.
What bus companies travel from Bennington to Albany?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Bennington to Albany. Vermont Translines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont Translines | 4 | 1h 30m | $17.01 |
Book Vermont Translines from Bennington to Albany from $15. There are 4 Vermont Translines schedules from Bennington to Albany and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Albany. In Bennington, Vermont Translines departs to Albany from Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal and no other station. In Albany, Vermont Translines arrives at Albany Bus Terminal and 1 other station.
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Bennington to Albany takes 1 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Vermont Translines trip will get you to Albany in 1 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Albany.
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The bus takes an average of one hour and 30 minutes to cover the 52 kilometers from Bennington to Albany. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 15 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Bennington to Albany, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Bennington to Albany every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Bennington to Albany without transferring.
City Information
Albany
As the capital city of New York state, Albany is blessed with many historic buildings and quaint quarters, making it the perfect city to take a stroll around. One of the city’s top attractions is the famous New York State Capitol Building, a stately structure that has been around since as far as the 19th century. If you wish to learn more about the city’s rich history, head over to Bidwell House museum, which is actually a restored home filled with impressive artifacts. While staying in Albany, do take the time to visit The Egg, a unique-looking building that will certainly satisfy your architectural curiosity.
For a great dinner with a quirky twist, head over to Canvas, Corks and Forks - Schenectady. For some of the best BBQ dishes in town, don’t hesitate to give Warehouse Grill & BBQ a shot.
The busiest bus station in the area is the Albany Bus Terminal. The bus station welcomes buses from New York, Boston, Baltimore, and many other places. The nearest Amtrak train station is located in the neighboring town of Rensselaer, NY. The city’s principal airport is the Albany International Airport, located six miles northwest of Albany.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Bennington?
Main departure station: Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal
Most buses depart from the main station in Bennington.
All bus stations in Bennington:
Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal
Where does the bus arrive in Albany?
Image credit: Paul Sableman
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Albany Bus Terminal
The Albany Bus Terminal is a busy hub of intercity bus travel in downtown Albany. Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, and Peter Pan operate bus trips that stop at this station. The terminal has customer service staff on-site, as well as restrooms and a small cafe. Several parking lots are available around the station, and a hotel is available just down the street. It is only a few blocks to downtown Albany and the New York State Capitol complex from the station.
Bus stations in Albany:
Albany Bus Terminal
Albany Airport
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