The cheapest and fastest buses from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
210 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 8h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $225.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$60 Average price Cheapest | $265 Average price |
9h 19m Average total duration Fastest 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Albany, NY to Scranton, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Scranton, PA buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:30 AM Albany, NY | 6h10 | 1:40 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Albany, NY | 7h20 | 4:20 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Compare prices and tickets Albany, NY to Scranton, PA by bus or train
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Why should you book Albany, NY to Scranton, PA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Trailways?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Trailways, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Buses from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:40, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 130 miles (210 km) distance in 7h 20m.
Distance 130 miles (210 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 02:40 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Thu |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Trailways, Greyhound from Albany, NY to Scranton, PAYou can travel by bus between Albany, NY to Scranton, PA with Trailways, Greyhound for as low as $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA 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 Scranton, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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