Bus from Lake Placid, NY to Albany, NY: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lake Placid to Albany on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Lake Placid
ALB AirportCheapestFastest
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Lake Placid
Albany TerminalNo tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Lake Placid
1400 Washington Ave.No tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
Lake Placid
Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:25 AM EST.

Get from Lake Placid to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3h 45mAverage Duration
108 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lake Placid, 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lake Placid to Albany start from $51. The average price for this route is around $55. 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 Lake Placid to Albany?

    The average bus trip duration from Lake Placid to Albany is 3h 45m, covering a distance of 108 miles (174 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lake Placid to Albany route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Lake Placid to Albany at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Lake Placid to Albany generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11/27
$45
11/28
$45
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lake Placid, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $45

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

You can expect to pay from $45 to $54 for a bus ticket from Lake Placid, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-01.

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