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There are usually 1 daily train trips from South Burlington to Albany.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£34.62 | Avg. Price£38.12 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips8 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration4h 58m | Duration5h 12m |
There are 8 intercity coaches per day from South Burlington to Albany. Traveling by coach from South Burlington to Albany usually takes around 4 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Vermont Translines coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 42 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 42m |
| Cheapest price | £32.78 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Coach lines | 2 |

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There are two bus lines that have daily service from South Burlington to Albany that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Vermont Translines usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 5h 12m | £38.12 |
| Vermont Translines | 6 | 4h 54m | £33.55 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from South Burlington to Albany start at £38. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Vermont Translines from South Burlington to Albany from £33. There are 6 Vermont Translines schedules from South Burlington to Albany and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Albany. In South Burlington, Vermont Translines departs to Albany from Burlington Airport Bus Terminal and no other station. In Albany, Vermont Translines arrives at Albany Bus Terminal and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Vermont Translines from South Burlington to Albany takes 4 hours and 54 minutes , while the fastest available Vermont Translines trip will get you to Albany in 4 hours and 42 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Albany.
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 129 miles from South Burlington to Albany. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 42 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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 Albany. 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 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 13:00. To see the times for all coaches from South Burlington to Albany, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled coaches that travel from South Burlington to Albany 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 South Burlington to Albany without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from South Burlington to Albany; ticket prices start at £38.12.



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.
South Burlington has two coach stations with service to Albany.
Burlington Airport Bus Terminal
Burlington International Airport P&R Bus Stop
Coaches arrive in Albany at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Albany Airport
66 Green Street
Albany Bus Terminal
Albany International Airport

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