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Albany - Jackson Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Albany to Jackson. Traveling by bus from Albany to Jackson usually takes around 22 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 8 minutes.

Distance526 mi (847 km)
Shortest duration18h 8m
Cheapest price$95.00
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Albany to Jackson?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Albany to Jackson. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound422h 42m$97.00
  • 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 4 bus trips from Albany to Jackson every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Jackson usually start from $95.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 526 miles from Albany to Jackson. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 8 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Albany to Jackson.

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Albany to Jackson, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Albany to Jackson every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.

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 bus leave from in Albany?

Albany Bus Term - 34 Hamilton St  - ALBPPA-0

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Main 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 bus stations in Albany:

  • Albany Bus Terminal

Where does the bus arrive in Jackson?

Main arrival station: Exxon Food Mart

All buses from Albany arrive at one main station in Jackson.

All bus stations in Jackson:

  • Exxon Food Mart

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