How far is Albany from Richmond by coach?

The journey from Richmond to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 403 miles (650 km).

Is there a way to reach Albany from Richmond without flying?

To travel from Richmond to Albany without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Richmond to Albany from £42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Richmond to Albany on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 30m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 20m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	14h 30m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Henrico	13h 40m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	16:00	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	17h 55m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	15h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20	Richmond (17th St and Ambler)	13h 10m	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Albany on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	03:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:05	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 5m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	04:40	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h	16:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h 10m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:55	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	11h 20m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	08:30	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	15h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	21:30	Henrico	15h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	14:10	Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)	12h 30m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 13:01 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

13h 15mAverage duration

402 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £196	Average duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£75 - £733	Average duration10h 54m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,369 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Richmond and Albany?

Stops in Richmond

A - Main Street Station

B - Staples Mill Road

C - 8531 Fordson Rd

D - VCU

E - 2828 W. Broad St.

F - Greyhound Station

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY

How far is Albany from Richmond by coach?
The journey from Richmond to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 403 miles (650 km).
Is there a way to reach Albany from Richmond without flying?
To travel from Richmond to Albany without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/11

£89

11/11

£94

Today

£71

13/11

£69

14/11

£60

15/11

£42

16/11

£78

17/11

£69

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of £42

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 £42 to £121 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 £42, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually 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.