The cheapest and fastest buses from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 1 buses that leave Albany, NY for Ridgewood, NJ on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct buses cover the 188 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:45 PM3h15Albany, NY1:00 AMRidgewood, NJ$351One-way0 transfers
9:45 PM3h15Albany, NY1:00 AMRidgewood, NJ$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $591.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $53 Average price | $708 Average price | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 9m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 1m 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 Ridgewood, NJ:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ costing on average $53 (€43).
A bus is $673 (€543) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ costing on average $708 (€571).
Other travel options to Ridgewood, NJ take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 30m.
Flight takes on average 13h 9m.
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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 Ridgewood, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 3h56 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 08:36AM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:01PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:43PM | Duration 4h43 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:39PM | Duration 4h09 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:16PM | Duration 3h46 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:11PM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:08PM | Duration 3h38 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:41PM | Duration 4h11 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Compare prices and tickets Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ
Buses from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Adirondack Trailways, Trailways from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJYou can travel by bus between Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ with Adirondack Trailways, Trailways for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Adirondack Trailways
Trailways
FAQs: Bus from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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