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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 582, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Los Angeles?
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
- 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
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Los Angeles start at R 2 582. The average price for this route is around R 9 527. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Los Angeles is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 3941 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Los Angeles route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Los Angeles at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles produces an estimated 99 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Los Angeles?
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 Albany to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 801To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 801 to R 17 528 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 801, which is on 2025-12-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
