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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Los Angeles?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA - D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA - E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA - F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Los Angeles start from $212. The average price for this route is around $782. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Los Angeles is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 3941 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Los Angeles route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Los Angeles at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles generates an estimated 99 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $312To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $312 to $1,439 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $312 which is on 2025-12-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
