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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ithaca | Albany Bus Terminal | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Ithaca | SUNY Collins Circle | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | 130 E Seneca St | SUNY Collins Circle | No tags | ||||
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways | Bus | Green Street | 1400 Washington Ave. | No tags | ||||
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways | Bus | Green Street | Albany Terminal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:35 AM EST.
Get from Ithaca to Albany
The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ithaca and Albany?
Stops in Ithaca
- A131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
- B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850 - C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, USA
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ithaca, 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 Ithaca to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Albany start from $64. The average price for this route is around $114. 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 Ithaca to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Ithaca to Albany is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 220 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Ithaca to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Albany at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Albany?
A bus trip from Ithaca 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 Ithaca to Albany?
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 Ithaca to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Ithaca to Albany?
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 Ithaca to Albany?
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.
The cheapest trip from Ithaca, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ithaca, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $208 for a bus ticket from Ithaca, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually OurBus, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
