5.0
My driver was very friendly and an excellent driver. I tend to get motion sick in buses but not this time!
5.0
Bus was on time from Albany bus station and got to Manchester, VT, within 2 hours. It was a quite and safe ride and I enjoyed it.
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There are 7 intercity buses per day from Albany to Manchester. Traveling by bus from Albany to Manchester usually takes around 2 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Vermont Translines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (80 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 61.17 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Vermont Translines |
| Bus lines | 2 |

Average score for buses from Albany to Manchester
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
My driver was very friendly and an excellent driver. I tend to get motion sick in buses but not this time!
5.0
Bus was on time from Albany bus station and got to Manchester, VT, within 2 hours. It was a quite and safe ride and I enjoyed it.
Bus tickets for a trip from Albany to Manchester cost PLN 65.95 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.
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 find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to PLN 0.43 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Albany to Manchester 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 | 2h 20m | PLN 79.16 |
| Vermont Translines | 6 | 2h 2m | PLN 65.95 |
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 Manchester start at PLN 79. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Vermont Translines from Albany to Manchester from PLN 61. There are 6 trips per day offered by Vermont Translines from Albany to Manchester and you can expect on average to pay for a Vermont Translines ticket to Manchester. In Albany, Vermont Translines departs to Manchester from Albany Airport and 2 other stations. In Manchester, Vermont Translines arrives at Tour Bus Parking Area .
An average trip on Vermont Translines from Albany to Manchester takes 2 hours and 2 minutes , while the fastest available Vermont Translines trip will get you to Manchester in 1 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Vermont Translines offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Manchester.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 49 miles from Albany to Manchester. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
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 Manchester, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Albany to Manchester 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 Manchester without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Albany, NY to Manchester, VT; ticket prices start at PLN 79.16.



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