Cheap coach tickets from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY

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Coach from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY. Travelling by coach from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY usually takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance: 49 mi (80 km)
Shortest duration: 1h 40m
Cheapest price: £11.89
Trips per day: 4
Most frequent service: Amtrak Thruway
Coach lines: 2

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Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY:

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How much is a coach ticket from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY?

Coach tickets for a trip from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY cost about £12 when you book at the cheapest time, 2 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £13 to £13. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 4 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Rensselaer, NY this week, coach tickets are available starting at £13.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance, even by a couple of days, is the best way to find cheaper coach tickets.

What coach companies travel from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Amtrak Thruway usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Thruway	2	1h 40m	£13.37
Vermont Translines	2	1h 40m	£11.89

Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY start at £13.37. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway coach trips on this route every day.
Founded in 2013 by parent coach company Premiere Coach, Vermont Translines services parts of Vermont, New York, and New Hampshire. Notable stops include Burlington and Albany, and some rides have connecting routes with Greyhound. Vermont Translines is known for providing affordable coach transport led by friendly, helpful coach drivers. Coaches in the Vermont Translines fleet have spacious seating and free Wi-Fi. Their popular routes also have power sockets and toilets available onboard.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY 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 Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 40 minutes to cover the 49 miles from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY. 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.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The first coach leaves at 8:05 and the last coach leaves at 16:25. To see the times for all coaches from Manchester, VT to Rensselaer, NY, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

8:05am

Latest coach

4:25pm

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Rensselaer, NY at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Sunday

Least crowded

Saturday

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 travelling 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 traveller.

The city of Rensselaer is an important transport 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 coach leave from in Manchester, VT?

Main departure station: Tour Bus Parking Area

Most coaches depart from the main station in Manchester, VT.

All coach stations in Manchester, VT:

Tour Bus Parking Area

Where does the coach arrive in Rensselaer, NY?

Main arrival station: Albany-Rensselaer Train Station

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Rensselaer, NY.

Coach stations in Rensselaer, NY:

Albany-Rensselaer Train Station
Albany-Rensselaer Station Bus Lobby

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