4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Colonie, NY
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Colonie, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Colonie, NY will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 buses that leave New York, NY for Colonie, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
12:30 PM2h40New York, NY3:10 PMColonie, NY$261One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM2h40New York, NY3:10 PMColonie, NY$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Colonie, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Colonie, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $352.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $50 Average price | $352 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 47m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Colonie, NY:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Colonie, NY costing on average $50 (€41).
A bus is $327 (€267) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Colonie, NY costing on average $352 (€288).
Other travel options to Colonie, NY take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
Flight takes on average 11h 47m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
New York, NY to Colonie, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Colonie, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Colonie, NY buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 PM New York, NY | 2h40 | 3:10 PM Colonie, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Colonie, NY
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Buses from New York, NY to Colonie, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Colonie, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Colonie, 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 Colonie, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Colonie, NY
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWC- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
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