Bus from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Albany to Washington on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
Bus
    Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)
    WashingtonFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
    Albany Bus Terminal
    Union StationNo tags
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Bus
    Albany Bus Terminal
    Union StationNo tags
    FlixBusBus
    Albany Bus Terminal
    Union StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:44 AM EST.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    27bus per day
    11h 25mAverage Duration
    310 milesDistance
    12kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$44 - $292Average Duration11h 25m
    12kg CO₂e
    Average Price$67 - $656Average Duration7h 6m
    45kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Washington start from $44. The average price for this route is around $77. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Albany to Washington?

      The average bus trip duration from Albany to Washington is 11h 25m, covering a distance of 310 miles (499 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, Adirondack Trailways.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Albany to Washington at 3:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

      A bus trip from Albany to Washington generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

      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 1126 reviews.

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

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Albany to Washington?

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

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

      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
    11/26
    $147
    11/27
    $78
    Today
    $101
    11/29
    $83
    11/30
    $154
    12/01
    $83
    12/02
    $61
    12/03
    $53
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $53

    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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $53 to $278 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-03.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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