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There are 4 intercity buses per day from Albany to Saratoga Springs. Traveling by bus from Albany to Saratoga Springs usually takes around 48 minutes, but the fastest Adirondack Trailways bus can make the trip in 40 minutes.
| Distance | 30 mi (48 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €8.73 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Average score for buses from Albany to Saratoga Springs
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: On time. I did not have to think about accommodating for any time buffering- which is literally what travelers worry so much about. Cons: The staff could be more interactive? Tips: Make sure you know where the bus comes, because sometimes the buses seemed as if it does not go to the place where we booked the tickets from.
Bus tickets for a trip from Albany to Saratoga Springs cost €17.15 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.
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Albany to Saratoga Springs is expected to be between €17 and €19. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is March 19, 2025, when tickets are available for March 19, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just €17.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To save money on bus tickets and ensure availability, it's always best to book in advance.
There are 3 bus lines from Albany to Saratoga Springs available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adirondack Trailways | 3 | 0h 46m | €12.51 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 0h 49m | €18.94 |
| OurBus | 1 | 0h 40m | €19.85 |
Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 3 bus trips from Albany to Saratoga Springs every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 49 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Saratoga Springs usually start from €17.
OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from €19, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Albany to Saratoga Springs if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
The bus takes an average of 48 minutes to cover the 30 miles from Albany to Saratoga Springs. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus 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 Saratoga Springs at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Albany to Saratoga Springs, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
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Saratoga Springs is a small city in New York with a big reputation for horse racing. The city is home to both the Saratoga Race Course and the National Museum of Horse Racing. Wealthy visitors built opulent Victorian homes in Saratoga to stay during the summers, gamble on horse races, and seek health from the area's natural mineral water springs. To this day, you can visit mineral baths, pools, and fountains in Saratoga Spa State Park to soak for a while or taste the unique naturally-carbonated water.
The buzzing hub of the city is Broadway, where you can find restaurants serving every type of cuisine, quirky shops, cafés, and bookstores. Talk a walk through nearby Congress Park and discover more mineral water fountains, a vintage carousel, and the Saratoga Springs History Museum.
Amtrak's Adirondack line operates a daily service to Saratoga Springs on its route from Montreal to New York City, and so does the Ethan Allen line from Vermont. Saratoga Springs is a stop for Greyhound buses heading towards Albany or Montreal, plus many local bus services to nearby cities and towns. The closest airport is the Albany International Airport, about 40 minutes away.
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Link to image attributionThe 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.
Albany Bus Terminal
66 Green Street
Albany (Airport)
Albany SUNY Bus Stop (Collins Circle)
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Saratoga Springs.
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