What is the distance between Watertown and Albany?

The distance separating Watertown and Albany is 143 miles (230 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Watertown to Albany?

If you're headed to Albany from Watertown, chances are that your bus will leave from 540 State St and arrive at Albany Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Watertown to Albany from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Watertown to Albany on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:55am	Watertown, NY	8h 55m	4:50pm	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Watertown, NY	9h 15m	5:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Watertown, NY	8h 5m	4:00pm	Albany Terminal	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Watertown, NY	7h 50m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	No tags
Bus	7:55am	Watertown, NY	9h 45m	5:40pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags

Get from Watertown to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

139 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Watertown and Albany?

Stops in Watertown

A
540 State St
540 State St (North Dr Inn Theatre Corp), Watertown, NY 13601
B
Seaway Plaza
22088 US-11, Watertown, NY 13601, USA

Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
Visit page
B
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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

Adirondack Trailways

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Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

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Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

New York Trailways

4/54,412 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 Watertown, NY to Albany, NY by bus

What is the distance between Watertown and Albany?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Watertown to Albany?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$91

11/22

$100

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$64

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The cheapest trip from Watertown, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $64

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

You can expect to pay from $64 to $349 for a bus ticket from Watertown, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-11-26.