How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to Albany cost?

The bus ticket price from Rochester to Albany starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Rochester to Albany?

The average travel time between Rochester and Albany is around 10h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 320 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and Albany?

The number of buses from Rochester to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Albany by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Albany?

When taking the bus from Rochester to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Albany?

Buses travelling between Rochester and Albany leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle, Albany Airport, Greyhound Station.

Bus Rochester to Albany from US$35 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 2 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	00:55	Bus Station	16h 50m	17:45	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	00:35	Rochester	9h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	00:35	Rochester	9h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 6 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways		13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	13:20	Bus Station	11h	00:20	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Albany on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:20	Rochester	8h 35m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	12:05	Rochester	6h 35m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	12:05	Rochester	6h 50m	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:35	Rochester	10h 20m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	09:15	Bus Station	10h 55m	20:10	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:27 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester 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 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 31mAverage duration

321 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$31 - US$216	Average duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$46 - US$124	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Bus Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$54

Average bus trip duration10h 20m

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure00:35

Distance312 km

Latest bus departure23:35

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 155 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 119 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54 409 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Rochester to Albany Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Rochester to Albany. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Rochester to Albany from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the bus trip from Rochester to Albany will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Albany?

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - U of R

C - Rochester Institute of Technology

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions on the trip Rochester, NY, US - Albany, NY

How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to Albany cost?
The bus ticket price from Rochester to Albany starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Albany is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Rochester to Albany?
The average travel time between Rochester and Albany is around 10h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 320 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and Albany?
The number of buses from Rochester to Albany can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Albany by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Albany?
When taking the bus from Rochester to Albany, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Albany?
Buses travelling between Rochester and Albany leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle, Albany Airport, Greyhound Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/10

US$58

01/11

US$66

Today

US$90

03/11

US$51

04/11

US$47

05/11

No data

06/11

No data

07/11

US$46

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$91 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-11-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Rochester and Albany!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rochester to Albany, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rochester to Albany will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Rochester to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Rochester, NY, US by bus?

Bus from Albany, NY to Rochester, NY, US

You can also go to Albany, NY by train

Train from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY

Top travelled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travellers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

Find coaches from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY