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The cheapest and fastest buses from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY
Showing times and prices for Feb 27
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
6 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 40 m
Buses per day
30
Distance
319 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rochester, NY 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 Rochester, NY to Albany, NY will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
12:35AM9h20
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY09:55AMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05PM6h50
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY06:55PMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus+11:35PM10h20
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY09:55AMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05PM6h35
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY06:40PMAlbany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY
$931One-way
1 transfer
ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P774 · ADT A29008:00AM15h15
Rochester11:15PMAlbany, Division St / Green St, NY
$1371One-way
3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05PM6h35
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY06:40PMAlbany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY
$931One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:05PM6h50
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY06:55PMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus+12:35AM9h20
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY09:55AMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
ADT N805 · ADT A28807:45AM10h15
Rochester06:00PMAlbany, Division St / Green St, NY
$1751One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus+11:35PM10h20
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY09:55AMAlbany, Bus Terminal
$911One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rochester, NY to Albany, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $131.
Distance: 198 miles (319 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $391 Average price |
5h 43m Average total duration 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 5h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Rochester, NY to Albany, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Adirondack Trailways | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Live departures
Rochester, NY to Albany, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rochester, NY to Albany, NY buses for tomorrow, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 11:08 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus+ | 4:35 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 10h20 | 2:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus+ | 5:35 AM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 9h20 | 2:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N813 · ADT P702 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 16h50 | 10:45 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT P702 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 17h05 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT N810 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 17h05 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT A104 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 17h05 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT A104 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 16h50 | 10:45 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT A104 · ADT P702 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 17h05 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT A104 · ADT P702 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 16h50 | 10:45 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N813 · ADT N810 · ADT A133 | 5:55 AM Rochester | 16h50 | 10:45 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N805 · ADT A532 | 12:45 PM Rochester | 12h05 | 12:50 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N805 · ADT A288 | 12:45 PM Rochester | 10h40 | 11:25 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N805 · ADT A288 | 12:45 PM Rochester | 10h15 | 11:00 PM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N805 · ADT A532 | 12:45 PM Rochester | 12h45 | 1:30 AM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P772 · ADT A412 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 13h50 | 2:50 AM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P710 · ADT A412 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 13h50 | 2:50 AM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P774 · ADT A290 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 15h15 | 4:15 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P772 · ADT A412 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 14h05 | 3:05 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT P710 · ADT A412 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 14h05 | 3:05 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 3 transfers | |
| ADT N947 · ADT N823 · ADT A290 | 1:00 PM Rochester | 15h15 | 4:15 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N823 · ADT P772 · ADT A412 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 12h35 | 3:05 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N823 · ADT P710 · ADT A412 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 12h35 | 3:05 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N823 · ADT A290 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 13h45 | 4:15 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N823 · ADT P774 · ADT A290 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 13h45 | 4:15 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N823 · ADT P772 · ADT A412 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 12h20 | 2:50 AM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
| ADT N823 · ADT P710 · ADT A412 | 2:30 PM Rochester | 12h20 | 2:50 AM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 6h50 | 11:55 PM Albany, Bus Terminal | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop), NY | 6h35 | 11:40 PM Albany, Collins Circle (SUNY - Near Flagpoles), NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N809 · ADT A524 | 6:20 PM Rochester | 12h55 | 7:15 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
| ADT N809 · ADT A508 | 6:20 PM Rochester | 11h00 | 5:20 AM Albany, Division St / Green St, NY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY
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Buses from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 198 miles (319 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 198 miles (319 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NYYou can travel by bus between Rochester, NY to Albany, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $35 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 30m
Cheapest Price
$47 (€38)
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Greyhound
About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 35m
Cheapest Price
$35 (€28)
Greyhound frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
FAQs: Bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rochester, NY 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY can start from as little as $35 (€28) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Rochester, NY to Albany, NY is $71 (€57) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY is 6h 30m to travel the 198 miles (319 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY leaves at 11:50 PM.
There are 5 buses a day from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY which require at least one change with Greyhound, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY, you can count on Greyhound, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Albany, NY. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Rochester, NY and Albany, NY and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Albany, NY from Rochester, NY is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rochester, NY and Albany, NY including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY for bus company Greyhound, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY:
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY depends on the bus companies:
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Greyhound, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY:
- 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY:
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY with the following bus company: Greyhound, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY with the following bus company: Greyhound, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY with the following bus company: Greyhound, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rochester, NY to Albany, NY
Rochester
Albany
The major bus station for departures in Rochester is Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop) for your trip from Rochester to Albany.
Rochester, Pleasant St (Greyhound Stop)
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The major bus station for arrivals in Albany is Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Albany, Hamilton Street (Greyhound Station) for your trip to Albany from Rochester.
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