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Journey Information
There are 19 intercity coaches per day from Albany to Washington DC. Traveling by coach from Albany to Washington DC usually takes around 10 hours and 19 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 310 mi (500 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £39.85 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Albany to Washington DC?
£45.63 is the average price of a bus ticket from Albany to Washington DC. Any tickets cheaper than £45.63 can be considered a great deal. 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.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Albany to Washington DC are expected to cost between £44 and £61 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Washington DC within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from £46. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to £50.30.
What coach companies travel from Albany to Washington DC?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Albany to Washington DC that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 19 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 19 | 10h 20m | £55.98 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 9h 25m | £101.72 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 19 bus trips from Albany to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from £39.
Book Peter Pan Lines from Albany to Washington from £101. There are 1 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Albany to Washington and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Washington. In Albany, Peter Pan Lines departs to Washington from 66 Green Street and no other station. In Washington, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station and no other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Albany to Washington takes 9 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Washington in 8 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 10 hours and 19 minutes to cover the 310 miles from Albany to Washington DC. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Albany to Washington DC at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Albany to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Albany?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All coach stations in Albany:
Albany Bus Terminal
66 Green Street
Albany SUNY Bus Stop (Collins Circle)
Albany Airport
Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
Coach stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
Dupont Cir CT Ave
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