How far is Albany from Rochester by coach?

The journey from Rochester to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 199 miles (320 km).

Is there a way to reach Albany from Rochester without a car?

The best way to go from Rochester to Albany without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Rochester to Albany from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:35	Rochester	9h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:20	Rochester	12h 20m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:35	Rochester	9h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:20	Rochester	12h 20m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	09:15	Bus Station	10h 55m	20:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:35	Rochester	9h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	09:15	Bus Station	10h 55m	20:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	09:15	Bus Station	10h 55m	20:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	00:55	Bus Station	16h 50m	17:45	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester 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 £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 31mAverage duration

199 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£31 - £158	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£36 - £97	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Albany?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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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
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,428 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,126 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,413 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

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

How far is Albany from Rochester by coach?
The journey from Rochester to Albany by coach covers an approximate distance of 199 miles (320 km).
Is there a way to reach Albany from Rochester without a car?
The best way to go from Rochester to Albany without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£65

23/11

£70

Today

£55

25/11

£92

26/11

No data

27/11

No data

28/11

£53

29/11

£51

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £51

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

You can expect to pay from £51 to £93 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £51, which is on 2025-11-29.