How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Albany start from $125. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Detroit to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Albany is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 470 miles (758 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Albany at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Albany generates an estimated 19 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 Detroit to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Detroit to Albany from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Detroit to Albany on December 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 1h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Detroit to Albany on December 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:20pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 1h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	9:30pm	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
	10:05pm	Detroit Bus Station	1d 1h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:15 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

470 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $280	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $386	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Albany?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, 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

Amtrak

4/55,670 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI 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 Detroit to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Albany start from $125. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Detroit to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to Albany is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 470 miles (758 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Albany at 12:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Albany?
A bus trip from Detroit to Albany generates an estimated 19 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 Detroit to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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$123

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$192

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $123

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

You can expect to pay from $123 to $1,415 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $192 which is on 2025-12-25.

Usually Amtrak 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.