Bus from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cleveland to Albany on December 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Cleveland Bus Station
SUNY Collins CircleNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 9 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 3mAverage Duration
669 kmDistance
61kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$102 - $549Average Duration20h 55m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$79 - $1,087Average Duration9h 3m
61kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cleveland to Albany?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cleveland to Albany start from $102. The average price for this route is around $177. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cleveland to Albany?

    The average bus travel time from Cleveland to Albany is 20h 55m, covering a distance of 667 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cleveland to Albany route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cleveland to Albany?

    The earliest bus departs from Cleveland to Albany at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 4:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cleveland to Albany?

    A bus trip from Cleveland to Albany generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cleveland to Albany?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cleveland to Albany?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cleveland to Albany?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cleveland to Albany?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
12-25
$287
12-26
$215
Today
$267
12-28
$327
12-29
$207
12-30
$230
12-31
$174
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $174

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

You can expect to pay from $174 to $519 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-12-31.

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