How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Newark start from $43. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Newark?

The average bus travel time from Albany to Newark is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Newark?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Newark at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Newark?

A bus trip from Albany to Newark generates an estimated 5 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 Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Newark?

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 Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Newark from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Newark on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	5h 25m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	3h 5m	11:05pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	8:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:00am	Albany Terminal	5h 5m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Newark on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	5h 25m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	3h 5m	11:05pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	8:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:00am	Albany Terminal	5h 5m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:00pm	ALB Airport	10h 10m	10:10pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Newark on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	5h 25m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	3h 5m	11:05pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	8:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:00am	1400 Washington Ave.	6h 30m	5:30pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:00am	Albany Terminal	5h 5m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Newark on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	3h 5m	11:05pm	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	8:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	5h 25m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:00am	1400 Washington Ave.	6h 30m	5:30pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Newark on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:00pm	Albany Bus Terminal	3h 5m	11:05pm	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	8:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	5h 25m	2:05pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Pine Hill Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:00am	1400 Washington Ave.	6h 30m	5:30pm	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:23 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$43 - $186	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$72 - $918	Average Duration4h 8m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Newark?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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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 Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87402 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $43

Greyhound Albany Newark recent customer reviews

Everyone was great with Greyhound. My only complaint was, their was no charging being done on the bus. We notified the driver, but he said there was nothing that he could do about it.

Michael C.

August 24, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,457 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,128 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Newark start from $43. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Newark?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Newark is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Newark at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Newark?
A bus trip from Albany to Newark generates an estimated 5 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 Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Newark?
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 Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-25

$107

11-26

$133

Today

$58

11-28

$67

11-29

$72

11-30

$107

12-01

$42

12-02

$37

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $185 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-02.