How much is the bus ticket from Burlington to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Albany start from $64. The average price for this route is around $72. 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 Burlington to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Burlington to Albany is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 199 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by Vermont Translines .

Which bus companies service the Burlington to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Vermont Translines , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Albany at 4:58am. And the latest bus departs at 1:33pm.

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

A bus trip from Burlington to Albany 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 Burlington to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Vermont Translines , with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Vermont Translines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Burlington to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Vermont Translines , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Vermont Translines , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Burlington to Albany from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Burlington to Albany on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:13am	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	5h 12m	10:25am	ALB Airport	No tags
Bus	1:18pm	Pearl St	5h 27m	6:45pm	ALB Airport	No tags
Bus	1:18pm	Pearl St	4h 47m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Bus	1:33pm	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	4h 32m	6:05pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Bus	1:33pm	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	5h 12m	6:45pm	ALB Airport	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 31mAverage Duration

209 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $78	Average Duration4h 57m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $60	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Burlington and Albany?

Stops in Burlington

A
Burlington Airport
Visit page
B
Downtown Transit Centre
45-68 St Paul St, VT 05401, USA
Visit page
C
University of Vermont
University Place Extension., Burlington, VT 05405, USA
D
Prc
173-175 Main St, Burlington, VT 05401, USA

Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
Visit page
B
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

Compare bus companies

Vermont Translines

5/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $71

Amtrak Burlington Albany recent customer reviews

getting tickets online was a help. People were friendly and unintrusive for the whole trip. Everything went as advertised (somewhat of a rarity these days)

Timothy S.

August 29, 2025

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY 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 Burlington to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Burlington to Albany start from $64. The average price for this route is around $72. 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 Burlington to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Burlington to Albany is 4h 57m, covering a distance of 199 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 32m and is operated by Vermont Translines.
Which bus companies service the Burlington to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Vermont Translines, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Burlington to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Burlington to Albany at 4:58am. And the latest bus departs at 1:33pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Burlington to Albany?
A bus trip from Burlington to Albany 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 Burlington to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Vermont Translines, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Burlington to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Vermont Translines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Burlington to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Vermont Translines, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Burlington to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Vermont Translines, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

$61

11-26

$61

Today

$61

11-28

$61

11-29

$67

11-30

$67

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12-02

$67

The cheapest trip from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $74 for a bus ticket from Burlington, VT, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-11-28.