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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | Fastest | |||||
 | Scranton, PA | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags | |||||
 | Scranton | Albany Bus Terminal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:00 PM EST.
Get from Scranton to Albany
The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Scranton and Albany?
Stops in Scranton
- A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, 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 Scranton 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 Scranton to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Scranton to Albany start from $86. The average price for this route is around $127. 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 Scranton to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Scranton to Albany is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 211 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Scranton to Albany route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Scranton to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Scranton to Albany at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Scranton to Albany?
A bus trip from Scranton 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 Scranton to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Scranton to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Scranton 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 Scranton to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Scranton to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Scranton to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $759 for a bus ticket from Scranton to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-12-30.
Usually Amtrak 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.
