How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Albany start from $45. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Boston to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Boston to Albany is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 224 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , Peter Pan , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Albany at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Albany?

A bus trip from Boston to Albany 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 Boston to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Albany?

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 Boston to Albany?

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 Boston to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Boston to Albany from $37 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Boston to Albany on February 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	Boston (South Station)	4h 45m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	7:00am	Boston (South Station)	3h 20m	10:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	6:00am	Boston (South Station)	8h 30m	2:30pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	2:00pm	Boston (South Station)	9h 15m	11:15pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	6:00am	Boston (South Station)	9h 10m	3:10pm	Albany (SUNY)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

224 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $126	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$24 - $476	Average Duration7h 33m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Albany?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Riverside Bus Station
335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
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D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,199 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12199 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $48

FlixBus Boston Albany recent customer reviews

The reservation process and directions were great! The driver was very capable and communicative. However we had 30 minute traffic leaving Boston and in what may be his commitment to staying on time he was driving at 95 mph at times! I took a screenshot of my google maps that shows the speed he was driving! While I am not a stickler for the speed limit this was excessive I thought.

Jason W.

June 27, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,521 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

According to user feedback, the bus service is praised for its punctuality and smooth rides. Passengers also appreciate that the buses are not crowded and commend the friendly and helpful nature of the drivers.

Greyhound Boston Albany recent customer reviews

I thought I hit 5 stars so apologies if I only hit 1. The only thing that seemed like a safety issue was that the ceiling hatch of the bus wasn't actually closed and when we drove through the rain passengers had to jump out of their seats to try to close the hatch to stop rain from coming in

Emily H.

July 19, 2023

The bus was on time and comfortable except that the Air conditioning wasn’t working at all on the bus. It was like being in a sauna.

Ewa T.

May 31, 2023

Very disappointed they took off without me and left me in Springfield with my belongings on the bus and now I've been stuck here for hours and I don't know where my belongings are

Kacie J.

September 27, 2022

OurBus

4/53,188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3

According to 11 reviews, OurBus received a 4.1-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. OurBus ticket prices on this trip start at $73

OurBus Boston Albany recent customer reviews

Staff was very nice and the bus was clean and comfortable. The bus stops are a little hard to find but other than that, would recommend to anyone needing to come to upstate NY from boston

Monica M.

July 11, 2022

Bus was clean and comfortable

Linda P.

April 15, 2023

Good travel experience.

Philip W.

September 19, 2022

Peter Pan

4/56,426 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.7

Based on 6426 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $47

Peter Pan Boston Albany recent customer reviews

Traffic was backed up on the pike, so we were delayed an hour. Not Peter Pan‘s fault

Cheryl M.

May 18, 2018

Tray to reduce the price for 2 persons or more.

Meriem K.

July 23, 2017

Amtrak

4/55,757 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Customers were generally satisfied with the service, praising the spacious seat arrangement and smooth travel experience. However, some expressed disappointment as they expected an Amtrak train but got a private bus instead without prior notification. Overall, most reviews highlighted comfort and efficiency with no major complaints.

Amtrak Boston Albany recent customer reviews

It was suppose to be an Amtrak train but it actually was a private bus company,so I was very disappointed,especially since I was never notified of any change.

Anthony P.

July 2, 2023

very comfortable and smooth, no complaints

Edmil M.

October 31, 2023

All worked well. Spacious seat arrangement in Coach.

Franziska B.

October 9, 2023

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY 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 Boston to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Albany start from $45. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Boston to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Boston to Albany is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 224 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Peter Pan, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Albany at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Albany?
A bus trip from Boston to Albany 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 Boston to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Albany?
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 Boston to Albany?
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 Boston to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, 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.

Best price found

02-08

$68

02-09

$61

Today

$57

02-11

$52

02-12

$52

02-13

$77

02-14

$59

02-15

$59

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $193 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2026-02-11.

Usually FlixBus, 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.