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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ without transferring at least once.
4:10 AM3h54Albany, NY8:04 AMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer- 7:30 AM4h48Albany, NY12:18 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 AM4h18Albany, NY1:18 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 AM3h57Albany, NY3:27 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 2:30 PM3h53Albany, NY6:23 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 4:30 PM3h47Albany, NY8:17 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 2:30 PM3h53Albany, NY6:23 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 4:10 AM3h54Albany, NY8:04 AMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 AM3h57Albany, NY3:27 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
- 9:00 AM4h18Albany, NY1:18 PMElizabeth, NJ$911One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $605.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $605 Average price | $60 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 16m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ costing on average $60 (€49).
A bus is $551 (€450) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ costing on average $605 (€495).
Other travel options to Elizabeth, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 25m.
Flight takes on average 14h 16m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:18AM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:14PM | Duration 4h44 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:18PM | Duration 4h18 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:23PM | Duration 3h53 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:13PM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Live departures
Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 AM Albany, NY | 4h18 | 1:18 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 AM Albany, NY | 3h57 | 3:27 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Albany, NY | 3h53 | 6:23 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Albany, NY | 3h47 | 8:17 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 PM Albany, NY | 4h43 | 11:13 PM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
| 4:10 AM Albany, NY | 3h54 | 8:04 AM Elizabeth, NJ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ
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Buses from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Trailways from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJYou can travel by bus between Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ with Trailways for as low as $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Elizabeth, NJ by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Elizabeth, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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