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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Ithaca | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Ithaca | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Ithaca | No tags |
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Get from Albany to Ithaca
The journey takes about 4 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Ithaca?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA - D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA - E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA - F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Stops in Ithaca
- A131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
- B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850 - C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Ithaca?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Ithaca start from $57. The average price for this route is around $86. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Ithaca?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Ithaca is 4h 4m, covering a distance of 221 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Ithaca route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Ithaca?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Ithaca at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Ithaca?
A bus trip from Albany to Ithaca generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1131 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Ithaca?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $65To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $65 to $99 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-29.
