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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from New York, NY to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from New York, NY to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Albany, NY will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 20 buses that leave New York, NY for Albany, NY every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 217 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for New York, NY to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £145.
Distance: 217 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£29 Average Price Cheapest | £78 Average Price | £447 Average Price |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Albany, NY coaches for today, Wednesday 31 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h40 | 16:10 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus | 15:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h00 | 18:00 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3h20 | 18:20 Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 278 | 16:15 New York, W 33rd St / 11th Ave (Hudson Yards Trailways), NY | 3h15 | 19:30 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 278 | 16:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h45 | 19:30 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h00 | 19:55 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 21:40 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
 PHK 758+ADT 288 | 19:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4h10 | 23:10 Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 change | |
| PHK 758+ADT 288 | 19:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h45 | 22:45 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 change | |
| 19:15 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h00 | 22:15 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 288 | 19:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h25 | 23:10 Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 288 | 19:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h00 | 22:45 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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| ADT 290 | 00:30 New York, W 33rd St / 11th Ave (Hudson Yards Trailways), NY | 3h45 | 04:15 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 290 | 01:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h15 | 04:15 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h45 | 04:30 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT 508 | 02:30 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h50 | 05:20 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:01 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2h39 | 07:40 Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT A276 · ADT A112 | 12:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h50 | 15:50 Albany, Albany Shaker Rd. (Albany International Airport), NY | 1 change | |
| ADT A276 | 12:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h10 | 15:10 Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
| ADT A276 · ADT A134 | 12:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3h55 | 15:55 Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Albany, NY
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Buses from New York, NY to Albany, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 217 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 217 km |
Average bus duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, Wonder Bus Inc, Fox Bus, Trailways from New York, NY to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Albany, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus, Wonder Bus Inc, Fox Bus, Trailways for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: New York, NY to Albany, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Albany, NY by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in New York, NY and Albany, NY
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- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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