The cheapest and fastest buses from Erie, PA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
16 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
523 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Erie, PA 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 Erie, PA to Albany, NY will cost around $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Erie, PA to Albany, NY without transferring at least 2 times.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Erie, PA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Erie, PA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $100, and a bus costs an average of $142.
Distance: 324 miles (523 km)
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$152 Average price | $129 Average price Cheapest |
21h 52m Average total duration 21h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Erie, PA to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Erie, PA to Albany, NY 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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![]() | 7:50 PM Erie, PA | 22h30 | 6:20 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Erie, PA to Albany, NY
Buses from Erie, PA to Albany, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $142 (€115) but you can travel from only $100 (€81) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 10:35, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 324 miles (523 km) distance in 19h 5m.
Distance 324 miles (523 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€115) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 5m |
First bus 10:35 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Barons Bus, Greyhound from Erie, PA to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between Erie, PA to Albany, NY with Barons Bus, Greyhound for as low as $100 (€81). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Erie, PA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erie, PA 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.
- 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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