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New York State Museum
Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $301.
Distance: 120 miles (194 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $551 Average price |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY costing on average $63 (€51).
A train is $502 (€411) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY costing on average $551 (€451).
Other travel options to Albany, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 41m.
Flight takes on average 9h 16m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 4:10 PM New Rochelle, NY | 7h30 | 11:40 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 120 miles (194 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 120 miles (194 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Major state museum covering New York history, nature, and culture, with notable exhibits including the September 11 gallery and Adirondack wilderness displays.
One of the oldest museums in the United States, known for Hudson River School paintings and exhibitions on regional history and art.
Historic World War II destroyer escort operating as a floating museum on the Hudson River, offering a distinctive naval history experience.
Modern civic complex with monumental architecture, fountains, memorials, and broad public spaces that are central to Albany sightseeing.
Albany's best-known urban park, popular for walking, seasonal blooms, and relaxed city views.
Lively neighborhood corridor known for independent shops, murals, nightlife, and a strong local character.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in spicy butter hot sauce, a classic Upstate New York bar food strongly associated with the region.
Roast beef on a kummelweck roll topped with coarse salt and caraway, a beloved regional sandwich from Western New York often found across the state.
Fried mozzarella served with raspberry melba sauce, a Capital Region favorite said to have local roots and common on Albany-area menus.
Established Italian restaurant loved for handmade pasta, robust wine list, and warm, intimate atmosphere near downtown Albany.
Long-running fine-dining restaurant known for refined Indonesian-influenced New American cuisine and polished special-occasion atmosphere.
Historic downtown seafood and steak restaurant, celebrated for its classic Albany dining room and old-school service.
Costs are moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining and coffee are fairly affordable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants for good service; 15-18% is lower end. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
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Most New Rochelle, NY to Albany, NY buses use the White Plains, Trans Center to Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles). Use this guide to compare New Rochelle, 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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