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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan | Bus | ALB Airport | Philadelphia (Spring Garden) | Cheapest | ||||
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan | Bus | Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak) | Philadelphia (Spring Garden) | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Philadelphia?
Stops in Albany
- B
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 Philadelphia
- AOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Philadelphia start from $62. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Philadelphia is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 323 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 73 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Philadelphia at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Albany to Philadelphia generates an estimated 8 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 Philadelphia?
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 1147 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 12, 2026 with a price of $75To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $75 to $164 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2026-02-12.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Philadelphia, PA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
