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New York State Museum
Large state history, science, and art museum with notable exhibits on New York’s natural and cultural heritage.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 45 miles (74 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$20 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY:
A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Albany, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 26m.
You'll arrive about -1h -32m sooner (1h 25m by bus vs 53m by car) and save roughly $-8.54 (€-7.01) compared to fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, Trailways.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY buses for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 6:30 PM Glens Falls, NY | 1h15 | 7:45 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Glens Falls, NY | 1h15 | 8:45 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 45 miles (74 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 45 miles (74 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Albany — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Albany trip today.
Large state history, science, and art museum with notable exhibits on New York’s natural and cultural heritage.
One of the oldest museums in the United States, known for Hudson River School paintings and regional history collections.
Historic World War II destroyer escort ship museum offering insight into naval life and wartime history.
Vast government plaza with modernist architecture, fountains, memorials, and one of Albany’s most photographed settings.
Historic urban park with walking paths, monuments, and seasonal color, especially popular during tulip season.
Lively, walkable corridor known for local culture, historic buildings, and a strong neighborhood atmosphere.
Large, foldable slices with a thin yet chewy crust, a staple across Upstate New York and a classic everyday food in Albany.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in spicy butter-based sauce, a New York State icon commonly found on Albany pub and sports-bar menus.
Fried mozzarella served with sweet raspberry Melba sauce, a Capital Region favorite strongly associated with Albany-area Italian-American dining.
An established fine-dining restaurant known for elegant Indonesian-inspired and New American cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
A long-running local favorite for regional Italian cooking, handmade pasta, and an intimate, old-school atmosphere.
A historic Albany institution specializing in oysters, seafood, and classic American fare in a traditional downtown setting.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Casual dining is affordable, while hotels and fine dining vary by season and location.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants; 20% for strong service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff USD 1-5, and round up for coffee only if desired.
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Most Glens Falls, NY to Albany, NY buses use the Glens Falls, Hudson Avenue (Empire Pizza) to Albany, Division St / Green St station pair, with some services arriving at Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station). Use this guide to compare Glens Falls, NY and Albany, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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