5.0
My driver was very friendly and an excellent driver. I tend to get motion sick in buses but not this time!
5.0
Bus was on time from Albany bus station and got to Manchester, VT, within 2 hours. It was a quite and safe ride and I enjoyed it.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips from Albany to Manchester.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£13.51 | Avg. Price£16.22 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration2h 1m | Duration2h 19m |
Coach from Albany to Manchester: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity coaches per day from Albany to Manchester. Traveling by coach from Albany to Manchester usually takes around 2 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Vermont Translines coach can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (80 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £12.53 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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Average score for coaches from Albany to Manchester
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
How much is a coach ticket from Albany to Manchester?
Bus tickets for a trip from Albany to Manchester cost £13.27 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.
Monthly average prices
Traveling from Albany to Manchester by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £13 whenever you decide to travel.
What coach companies travel from Albany to Manchester?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Albany to Manchester. Vermont Translines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont Translines | 6 | 2h 2m | £13.50 |
Book Vermont Translines from Albany to Manchester from £13. There are 6 Vermont Translines schedules from Albany to Manchester and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Manchester. In Albany, Vermont Translines departs to Manchester from 66 Green Street and 2 other stations. In Manchester, Vermont Translines arrives at Tour Bus Parking Area and no other station.
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Albany to Manchester takes 2 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Vermont Translines trip will get you to Manchester in 1 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Manchester.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Albany to Manchester
The coach takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 49 miles from Albany to Manchester. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 50 minutes. 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Albany to Manchester for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 12:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Albany to Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from Albany to Manchester every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Albany to Manchester without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Albany, NY to Manchester, VT; ticket prices start at £16.22.
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 coach leave from in Albany?
Main departure station: Albany Airport
Coaches to Manchester leave from 3 stations in Albany.
All coach stations in Albany:
Albany Airport
66 Green Street
Albany Bus Terminal
Where does the coach arrive in Manchester?
Main arrival station: Tour Bus Parking Area
All coaches from Albany arrive at one main station in Manchester.
Coach stations in Manchester:
Tour Bus Parking Area
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