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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, VA to Albany, NY
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
15 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
648 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA to Albany, NY will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 2 buses that leave Richmond, VA for Albany, NY on Sat, Jan 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 648 km distance in an average of 15 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 17 h 15 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 bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 402 miles (648 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€77 Average price Cheapest | €191 Average price | €229 Average price |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 14m Average total duration 8h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Richmond, VA to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, VA to Albany, NY buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:30 PM Richmond, VA | 18h00 | 2:30 PM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
| 1:20 PM Richmond, VA | 14h10 | 3:30 AM Albany, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, VA to Albany, NY
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Buses from Richmond, VA to Albany, NY run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $70 (€55) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 402 miles (648 km) distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 402 miles (648 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€55) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, CoachRun from Richmond, VA to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between Richmond, VA to Albany, NY with Greyhound, CoachRun for as low as $70 (€55). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Richmond, VA to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, VA 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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