How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Albany?

The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Albany start from £39. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Albany is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 310 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Albany at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus journey from Washington to Albany produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Washington 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 5696 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Albany?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington 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.

Bus Washington to Albany from £34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:45	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 55m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 30m	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	13:15	Union Station	10h 15m	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	12h 50m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Union Station	13h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 10m	16:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	8h 45m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	9h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	12h 50m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	01:05	Union Station	12h 15m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:45	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 55m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	8h 45m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	9h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:00	Union Station	9h 40m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	00:45	Union Station	12h 35m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	12h 50m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	8h 45m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	9h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:00	Union Station	9h 40m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Union Station	13h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:45	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 55m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	8h 45m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	9h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	12h 50m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Union Station	13h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Albany on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:10	Union Station	9h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	08:30	Union Station	8h 45m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	06:05	Union Station	8h 50m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:30	Union Station	12h 50m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Union Station	13h 50m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

11h 5mAverage duration

310 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £192	Average duration11h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£51 - £597	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Albany?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Map
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Map
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
Map
B
Albany Airport
Visit page Map
C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Map
D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
Map
E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
Map
F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87500 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £39

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Albany recent customer reviews

I was happy the buses left at the exact scheduled time, and also arrived destination on time

Jenny E.

19 September 2025

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Albany?
The cheapest coach tickets from Washington to Albany start from £39. The average price for this route is around £50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Albany is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 310 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Albany at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Albany?
A bus journey from Washington to Albany produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Washington 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 5696 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington 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 Washington 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.

Best price found

12/01

£55

13/01

£50

Today

£52

15/01

£51

16/01

£49

17/01

£49

18/01

£47

19/01

£58

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of £47

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

You can expect to pay from £47 to £248 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2026-01-18.

Usually Amtrak, 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.