How much is the bus ticket from Richmond to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Albany start from $97. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Richmond to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Richmond to Albany is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 649 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Richmond to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Albany at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Richmond to Albany generates an estimated 16 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 Richmond to Albany?

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 Richmond to Albany?

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 Richmond to Albany?

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 Richmond to Albany?

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.

Bus Richmond to Albany from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Richmond to Albany on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 50m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	2:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 30m	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	4:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	17h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	13h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h 10m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Albany on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:00pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	17h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h	5:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	12:05am	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 5m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 50m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h 10m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:23 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

13h 15mAverage Duration

649 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $567	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$134 - $856	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Albany?

Stops in Richmond

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Visit page
B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
Visit page
C
8531 Fordson Rd
8531 Fordson Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, USA
Visit page
D
VCU
351 W Canal St, Richmond, VA 23220, USA
E
2828 W. Broad St.
2828 W Broad St. Richmond, VA 23230 ( Corner N Sheppard St)
F
Greyhound Station
2910 North Blvd, Richmond, VA 23230

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
Visit page
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,760 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, 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 Richmond to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Richmond to Albany start from $97. The average price for this route is around $158. 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 Richmond to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Richmond to Albany is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 649 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Richmond to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Richmond to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Richmond to Albany at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Richmond to Albany?
A bus trip from Richmond to Albany generates an estimated 16 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 Richmond to Albany?
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 Richmond to Albany?
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 Richmond to Albany?
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 Richmond to Albany?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-25

$177

12-26

$195

Today

$191

12-28

$144

12-29

$166

12-30

$119

12-31

$144

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $119

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

You can expect to pay from $119 to $306 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-12-30.