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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Albany, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Albany, NY will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 buses that leave Boston, MA for Albany, NY on Wed, Mar 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Albany, NY 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 3h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $175.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$55 Average price Cheapest | $106 Average price | $513 Average price |
4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Boston, MA to Albany, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Live departures
Boston, MA to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Albany, NY buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:00 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 3h20 | 2:20 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:55 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 4h45 | 10:40 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
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Buses from Boston, MA to Albany, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by train.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 20:55. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 20:55 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 35 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Boston, MA to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Albany, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Albany, NY 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 Albany, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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