5.0
Pros: Courteous and helpful driver. Cons: Add destination on front.
5.0
Pros: Comfortable safe affordable. Cons: Albany bus terminal sketchy looking but was safe.
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There are 8 intercity buses per day from Albany to Bennington. Traveling by bus from Albany to Bennington usually takes around one hour and 29 minutes, but the fastest Vermont Translines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 32 mi (52 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 15m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 112.24 |
| Trips per day | 8 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Bus lines | 2 |

Average score for buses from Albany to Bennington
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Courteous and helpful driver. Cons: Add destination on front.
5.0
Pros: Comfortable safe affordable. Cons: Albany bus terminal sketchy looking but was safe.
Bus tickets for a trip from Albany to Bennington cost NOK 133.76 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.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Albany to Bennington that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Vermont Translines usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 1h 45m | NOK 153.05 |
| Vermont Translines | 6 | 1h 27m | NOK 132.74 |
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 Albany to Bennington start at NOK 153. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Vermont Translines from Albany to Bennington from NOK 112. There are 6 trips per day offered by Vermont Translines from Albany to Bennington and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Bennington. In Albany, Vermont Translines departs to Bennington from Albany Bus Terminal and 2 other stations. In Bennington, Vermont Translines arrives at Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal .
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Albany to Bennington takes 1 hours and 27 minutes , while the fastest available Vermont Translines trip will get you to Bennington in 1 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bennington.
The bus takes an average of one hour and 29 minutes to cover the 32 miles from Albany to Bennington. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 15 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Because many passengers travel from Albany to Bennington 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Bennington, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Albany to Bennington, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Albany to Bennington every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Albany to Bennington without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Albany to Bennington; ticket prices start at NOK 153.05.



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.

Image credit: Paul Sableman
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 International Airport
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Green Mountain Express Bus Terminal
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