How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Newark start at R 587. The average price for this route is around R 711. 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 Newark?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Newark is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 216 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Newark at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus trip from Albany to Newark produces an estimated 5 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 Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1142 reviews.

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

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 Newark?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Newark?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Newark from R 473 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 25m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	19:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	6h 30m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	08:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	6h 40m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	07:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 10m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	08:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	6h 40m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	07:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 10m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	08:40	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	6h 40m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	Cheapest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	09:00	Albany Terminal	6h 20m	15:20	Newark (Amtrak)	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
Bus	13:15	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	19:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	20:40	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 25m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:15	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	19:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 25m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Newark on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	08:40	Newark Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	07:15	Albany Bus Terminal	5h 20m	12:35	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	13:15	Albany Bus Terminal	6h 10m	19:25	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 25m	22:55	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:35 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 587, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

5h 25mAverage duration

216 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 587 - R 2 899	Average duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 841 - R 9 342	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Newark?

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 Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87490 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 R 635

Greyhound Albany Newark recent customer reviews

Everyone was great with Greyhound. My only complaint was, their was no charging being done on the bus. We notified the driver, but he said there was nothing that he could do about it.

Michael C.

24 August 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 961 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 144 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Newark start at R 587. The average price for this route is around R 711. 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 Newark?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Newark is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 216 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Newark at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Newark?
A bus trip from Albany to Newark produces an estimated 5 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 Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1142 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Newark?
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 Newark?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

06/01

R 751

07/01

R 751

Today

R 683

09/01

R 793

10/01

R 751

11/01

R 776

12/01

R 649

13/01

R 649

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 649

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 649 to R 1 139 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 649, which is on 2026-01-12.