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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Albany, NY will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Newark, NJ for Albany, NY on Fri, Nov 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €234.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price | €493 Average price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 59m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Newark, NJ to Albany, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator New York Trailways | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $114 |
Live departures
Newark, NJ to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Albany, NY buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Newark, Penn Station | 6h15 | 6:20 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Newark, Penn Station | 5h55 | 6:00 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 3:10 PM Newark, Penn Station | 4h45 | 7:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
 NYT 810+ ADT 133 | 3:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 7h15 | 10:45 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 transfer | |
| NYT 810+ADT 133 | 3:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 7h30 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
| undefined · undefined | 4:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 4h50 | 9:40 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| 8:10 PM Newark, Penn Station | 3h15 | 11:25 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| undefined · undefined | 11:15 PM Newark, Penn Station | 5h15 | 4:30 AM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
| NYT 809+ADT 508 | 12:40 AM Newark, Penn Station | 4h40 | 5:20 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY
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Buses from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Newark, NJ to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between Newark, NJ to Albany, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $36 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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