Cheap coach tickets from Albany to Pittsfield
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Albany to Pittsfield Coach Timetable
Coach from Albany to Pittsfield: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Albany to Pittsfield. Traveling by coach from Albany to Pittsfield usually takes around one hour, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 0m |
| Cheapest price | US$9.99 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Albany to Pittsfield?
Bus tickets for a trip from Albany to Pittsfield cost US$12.88 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Albany to Pittsfield by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Albany to Pittsfield is expected to be between US$13 and US$15. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 5 November 2025, when tickets are available for 5 November 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just US$13.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 28 days in advance to save US$3.16 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Albany to Pittsfield?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Albany to Pittsfield that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 1h 0m | US$13.65 |
| Peter Pan Lines | 2 | 1h 0m | US$14.86 |
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 1 bus trips from Albany to Pittsfield every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 0 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Pittsfield usually start from US$11.
Book Peter Pan Lines from Albany to Pittsfield from US$10. There are 2 Peter Pan Lines schedules from Albany to Pittsfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Pittsfield. In Albany, Peter Pan Lines departs to Pittsfield from 66 Green Street and no other station. In Pittsfield, Peter Pan Lines arrives at 1 Columbus Avenue and no other station.
An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Albany to Pittsfield takes 1 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Pittsfield.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Albany to Pittsfield
The coach takes an average of one hour to cover the 30 miles from Albany to Pittsfield. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Pittsfield. 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Albany to Pittsfield, 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.
Pittsfield
Image credit: Unsplash
Pittsfield is the largest city in the Berkshires region, Massachusetts. It is famous for having iconic residents like the author of Moby Dick, Herman Melville, and Rev. Thomas Allen of the Revolutionary War. Pittsfield offers many outdoor activities, like hiking on the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail or skiing on a 750-foot mountain at Bousquet Mountain Ski Area. Campers can check out the Pittsfield State Forest, while Lake Onota offers a scenic view. There are also different areas for history in Pittsfield, like the Hancock Shaker Village, which features living history exhibits, and the Berkshire Museum offers natural history. The city is popular among young families due to its fun activities and green spaces.
Pittsfield's downtown is the cultural center of Massachusetts, boasting an exciting dining scene with bars, cafés, and live music. Local stores also look out for when shopping and fun events like the Pittsfield Photo Challenge and the Berkshire International Film Festival. The latest addition is the Stargaze LGBTQ+ Festival in August.
Six bus routes go to Pittsfield, all powered by Greyhound. There are plenty of train services as well, offered by Amtrak and Amtrak Lake Shore Limited. Within the city, the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority provides public transportation.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Albany?
Image credit: Paul Sableman
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
Where does the coach arrive in Pittsfield?
Main arrival station: Scelsi Transp Ctr - 1 Columbus Ave
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Pittsfield.
Coach stations in Pittsfield:
Scelsi Transp Ctr - 1 Columbus Ave
1 Columbus Avenue
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Pittsfield to Albany?
Search Coach TicketsPlan your next adventure
More coaches from Albany
- Albany to New York Coach
US$23+
Continue by coach from Pittsfield
Check out these popular routes
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.