4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
9 h 25 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 $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 PM9h35Albany, Bus Terminal12:05 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$521One-way1 transfer
· 7:15 AM9h50Albany, Bus Terminal5:05 PMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$531One-way1 transfer- · 11:20 PM9h10Albany, Bus Terminal8:30 AMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$531One-way1 transfer
- +FlixBus · FlixBus10:35 AM8h35Albany, Bus Terminal7:10 PMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$581One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:10 PM9h55Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY12:05 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$601One-way1 transfer
- +FlixBus · FlixBus10:35 AM8h35Albany, Bus Terminal7:10 PMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$581One-way2 transfers
- · 11:20 PM9h10Albany, Bus Terminal8:30 AMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$531One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:30 PM9h35Albany, Bus Terminal12:05 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$521One-way1 transfer
- · 7:15 AM9h50Albany, Bus Terminal5:05 PMScranton, Lackawanna Transit Center$531One-way1 transfer
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:10 PM9h55Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY12:05 AMScranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue, PA$601One-way1 transfer
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 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $224.
Distance: 130 miles (210 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $270 Average price |
9h 24m Average total duration Fastest 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA:
A bus is $204 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA costing on average $270.
Other travel options to Scranton, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 30m.
Albany, NY to Scranton, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:31PM | Duration 7h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Albany, NY to Scranton, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Albany, NY to Scranton, PA buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:00 AM Albany, NY | 7h31 | 4:31 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 11:30 AM Albany, NY | 6h05 | 5:35 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Albany, NY | 5h35 | 8:05 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 4:15 PM Albany, NY | 14h20 | 6:35 AM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Albany, NY | 6h35 | 11:05 PM Scranton, PA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
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Buses from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 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 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 20m |
First bus 2:40 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Trailways from Albany, NY to Scranton, PAYou can travel by bus between Albany, NY to Scranton, PA with Trailways for as low as $35. 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Albany, NY to Scranton, PA
Most Albany, NY to Scranton, PA buses use the Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station) to Scranton, Fellows Street / Meridian Avenue station pair, with some services arriving at Scranton, Lackawanna Transit Center. Use this guide to compare Albany, NY and Scranton, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station) from Albany city centre
Getting to Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles) from Albany city centre
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