Bus from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cleveland to Albany on 12 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
SUNY Collins CircleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cleveland 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 9 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just R 948, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 3mAverage duration
669 kmDistance
61kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 161 - R 5 200Average duration20h 30m
17kg CO₂e
Average priceR 948 - R 3 379Average duration9h 3m
61kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY 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 Cleveland to Albany?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Albany start at R 1 161. The average price for this route is around R 1 743. 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 Cleveland to Albany?

    The average bus journey time from Cleveland to Albany is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 662 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Albany at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:50.

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

    A bus trip from Cleveland to Albany produces an estimated 17 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 Cleveland to Albany?

    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 87463 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cleveland 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.

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

    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.

Best price found
08/01
R 1 783
09/01
R 1 825
Today
R 1 741
11/01
R 1 513
12/01
R 1 293
13/01
R 1 132
14/01
R 1 318
15/01
R 1 335
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 132

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 132 to R 1 884 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 132, which is on 2026-01-13.

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