Bus from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Boston on 27 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter Pan Bus
Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)
Boston (Logan Airport)Cheapest
FlixBusBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Boston (South Station)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Boston (South Station)No tags
FlixBusBus
SUNY Collins Circle
Boston (South Station)No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
Bus
    		Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)
    		Boston (South Station)No tags

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    Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Boston

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    8bus per day
    5h 5mAverage duration
    223 kmDistance
    6kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceR 154 - R 3 405Average duration5h 5m
    6kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceR 291 - R 13 042Average duration8h 22m
    20kg CO₂e

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

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

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Boston?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Boston start at R 154. The average price for this route is around R 985. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Albany to Boston?

      The average bus journey time from Albany to Boston is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 223 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by OurBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Albany to Boston route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus, Peter Pan, Amtrak, Adirondack Trailways.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Boston?

      The earliest bus departs from Albany to Boston at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:20.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Boston?

      A bus trip from Albany to Boston produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    6. What is the best bus company from Albany to Boston?

      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 5654 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Boston?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Boston?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Boston?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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
    24/12
    R 1 795
    25/12
    R 958
    Today
    R 633
    27/12
    R 547
    28/12
    R 581
    29/12
    R 838
    30/12
    R 872
    31/12
    R 821
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 547

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

    You can expect to pay from R 547 to R 1 795 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 547, which is on 2025-12-27.

    Usually Greyhound, 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.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US?

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