How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Albany start from $37. The average price for this route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Albany is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 260 miles (419 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , Greyhound , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Albany at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Buffalo to Albany generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Albany?

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.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Albany?

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.

Bus Buffalo to Albany from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	10h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	7h 50m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	8h 25m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h 56m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	7h 50m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:00am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	12h 25m	6:25pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	10h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	7h 50m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	8h 25m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	10h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	7h 50m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	8h 25m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	11h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	15h 20m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	11h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h 56m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	14h 30m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 21m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Albany on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	7h 50m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
New York Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	11:35am	Transportation Center	12h 45m	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	8h 25m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	9h 56m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

261 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $209	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$49 - $448	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Buffalo and Albany?

Stops in Buffalo

A
Buffalo Airport
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B
Transportation Center
185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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C
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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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
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,464 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,129 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Buffalo Albany recent customer reviews

This was my first experience with Greyhound and it was not pleasant. We were 15 minutes late leaving Buffalo because we had to switch buses for some reason. I'm not sure if the bus wasn't in driving condition or not but after everyone was on we all had to get off. We did get to Syracuse on time but it got much worse from there. We were at least 25 minutes late leaving Syracuse and the bus stalled in Utica after getting off the exit. The driver got the bus to start again and drove us to the station. She kept saying the bus broke down but I think it just stalled for a second. She panicked and said that the bus was not drivable. She called and ordered another bus from Albany. We had to wait an hour and a half for the Albany bus to show up. After it did, there were a few riders that were NOT on the original bus that got onto this one. There were even fewer seats to choose from. I had to sit behind two screaming kids for the last part of my trip and it smelled like barf near my seat. I Couldn't possibly be more dissatisfied with this experience.

James H.

June 12, 2019

A lot of delay. No time anywhere to get some food or drinks which were also not given to us, and the bus driver was nog friendly.

Celine S.

May 25, 2017

Very good price

Bridgette G.

March 7, 2020

New York Trailways

4/54,416 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Albany start from $37. The average price for this route is around $72. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Buffalo to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Albany is 10h 35m, covering a distance of 260 miles (419 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Albany at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to Albany?
A bus trip from Buffalo to Albany generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Buffalo to Albany?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Buffalo to Albany?
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

11/25

$165

11/26

$106

Today

$89

11/28

$98

11/29

$96

11/30

$120

12/01

$59

12/02

$51

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $202 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.