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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.
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lee 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 Lee to Albany, NY will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 2 buses that leave Lee for Albany, NY on Thu, Jul 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 57 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 1 h 25 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.

ELITE LIMOUSINE SERVICE INC DOT# 250598 MC# 173698
ELITE LIMOUSINE SERVICE INC DOT# 250598 MC# 173698
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lee 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 bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -1h -42m sooner (1h 25m by bus vs 43m by car) and save roughly $-4.88 (€-4.02) compared to fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $9 (€7)). 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Lee to Albany, NY buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:15 PM Lee | 1h25 | 10:40 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
ELITE LIMOUSINE SERVICE INC DOT# 250598 MC# 173698 | 12:30 PM Lee, Service Plaza Wesbound | 0h50 | 1:20 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Lee to Albany, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:20, the last at 17:15. The fastest bus covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 7:20 AM |
Last bus 5:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lee 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.

Most Lee to Albany, NY buses use the Lee Mobil Station to Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles). Use this guide to compare Lee 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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