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Bus from New York to Albany: Journey Information

There are 40 intercity buses per day from New York to Albany. Traveling by bus from New York to Albany usually takes around 3 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest BBBus bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance135 mi (217 km)
Shortest duration2h 30m
Cheapest price$0.60
Trips per day31
Most frequent serviceAdirondack Trailways
Bus lines7

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New York to Albany Route Map

New York Albany

Station Information

All bus stations in New York:

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

  • 150 E Broadway

  • 8th Avenue & West 30th Street

  • 300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

  • 103 Canal St

  • Madison Ave btwn E 33rd and 34th St

  • Port Authority Bus Station

  • 7-11 - Jd Foods

  • Queens Vlg

  • 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)

  • 42 4th Ave

  • GW Bridge Bus Station

  • 145 Canal St

  • Park Avenue South (b/w E 26th St. and E 27th St.)

All bus stations in Albany:

  • 66 Green Street

  • 128 Central Ave

  • Albany Bus Terminal

  • Albany (SUNY)

  • 259 Central Ave

  • Albany SUNY Bus Stop (Collins Circle)

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What bus companies travel from New York to Albany?

There are 7 bus lines from New York to Albany available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 16 daily trips, Adirondack Trailways usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Adirondack Trailways163h 39m$48.16
BBBus103h 1m$30.83
FlixBus US23h 14m$49.31
Greyhound73h 23m$49.91
OurBus42h 57m$43.18
Peter Pan Lines25h 41m$69.39
Wanda Coach42h 45m$20.88

  • 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.

  • Book BBBus from New York to Albany from $20. There are 10 trips per day offered by BBBus from New York to Albany and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to Albany. In New York, BBBus departs to Albany from 150 E Broadway and one other station. In Albany, BBBus arrives at 128 Central Ave .

    An average trip on BBBus from New York to Albany takes 3 hours and 1 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to Albany in 2 hours and 30 minutes .

    On weekends, BBBus offers 11 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Albany.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from New York to Albany, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 7 bus trips from New York to Albany every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Albany usually start from $24.

  • 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 $15, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from New York to Albany if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

  • Book Peter Pan Lines from New York to Albany from $48. There are 2 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from New York to Albany and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Albany. In New York, Peter Pan Lines departs to Albany from Port Authority Bus Station . In Albany, Peter Pan Lines arrives at 66 Green Street .

    An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New York to Albany takes 5 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Albany in 2 hours and 30 minutes .

    On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Albany.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 4 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from $20 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of New York and Albany.

Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for buses from New York to Albany

(Based on 258 ratings and reviews)

4.7

4.0

Ariadna

November 30, 2024- Visiting friends

Adirondack Trailways

Pros: really spacious. Cons: nicer workers. Tips: but the tickets with time ahead.

5.0

Kimberly

November 27, 2024- Visiting family

OurBus

Pros: Everything about my OurBus trip from NYC to Albany went perfectly. Bus location was easy to find and didn’t have to deal with a bus terminal, spacious with empty seat next to me, comfortable temp and seat, left exactly on time, arrived early, and amazing low price. I highly recommend! Way better than the train. Tips: Use wanderu app to book!

4.0

James

November 20, 2024- Visiting friends

Wanda Coach

I love the Price for the ride. It's economical. The Driver drives carefully.

5.0

Aracelis

November 19, 2024- Visiting family

Wanda Coach

Pros: Wonderful driver and on time. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Just relax and be grateful for a twenty dollar travel.

5.0

sonia

November 12, 2024- Regular commuter

Adirondack Trailways

I had a great trip

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Albany?

Bus tickets for a trip from New York to Albany cost $34.52 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from New York to Albany by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by bus from New York to Albany in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $29 to $40. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 10, 2024.

If you’re looking to travel to Albany this week, bus tickets are available starting at $29.

Average bus ticket prices from New York to Albany by month

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Taking the bus from New York to Albany is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only $28. If you're planning to take the bus from New York to Albany during March, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $35. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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 22 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $9.33 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New York to Albany

Yes, Amtrak offers 12 daily routes from New York City to Rensselaer, which is just across the Hudson River from Albany. The duration of the routes range from 2 hours and 20 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes. Tickets through Amtrak start at $35, but average closer to $47. The first train departs at 7:00 a.m. EDT, while the last train of the day departs at 10:00 p.m. EDT.

The best way to travel to Albany from New York City is by bus. Although taking a train is an option, it is more expensive and there are only 12 daily routes through Amtrak.

Traveling by bus, there are 5 companies that offer this route, with 33 daily scheduled trips between them. The duration of the trip ranges from 2 hours and 45 minutes to 7 hours. On average, bus tickets for this route cost about $17, but can be found for as cheap as $5.

New York City to Albany does make a good day-trip if you take a direct bus. Direct bus routes can get to Albany in as fast as 2 hours and 45 minutes, meaning you can enjoy a full day in Albany before returning.

The earliest bus leaves NYC for Albany around 6:45 a.m., and the last bus from Albany back to New York City departs around 11:00 p.m. With that kind of flexibility, you could make it to Albany early, do some sightseeing, and still make it back home at a reasonable time.

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 135 miles from New York to Albany. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 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.

Because many passengers travel from New York to Albany 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, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Albany, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 40 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Albany every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 31 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Albany; ticket prices start at $45.00.

Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York to Albany?

There are usually 1 daily train trips available from New York to Albany.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
$34.76
Avg. Price
$62.26
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
38
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
3h 22m
Duration
4h 25m

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