Bus from Elmira, NY, US to Albany, NY: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Elmira to Albany on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
New York TrailwaysBus
Chemung County Transportation Center
Albany TerminalNo tags
New York TrailwaysBus
Chemung County Transportation Center
1400 Washington Ave.No tags
New York TrailwaysBus
Chemung County Transportation Center
1400 Washington Ave.No tags
New York TrailwaysBus
Chemung County Transportation Center
Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)No tags
New York TrailwaysBus
Chemung County Transportation Center
Albany TerminalNo tags

Get from Elmira to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
10h 50mAverage Duration
158 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Elmira, NY, US 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Elmira to Albany start from $77. The average price for this route is around $110. 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 Elmira to Albany?

    The average bus trip duration from Elmira to Albany is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by New York Trailways.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from New York Trailways, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Elmira to Albany at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00am.

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

    A bus trip from Elmira to Albany generates an estimated 6 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 Elmira to Albany?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Elmira 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.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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

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