Bus Tickets from Richmond (VA), US to Albany (NY)

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TodayJun 7
TomorrowJun 8
from US$98
MonJun 9
from US$88
TueJun 10
from US$83
WedJun 11
from US$80
ThuJun 12
from US$96
FriJun 13
SatJun 14

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 8 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 8 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 9 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: SUNY Collins Circle
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Albany

Bus
Average PriceUS$61 - US$188Average Duration13h 15m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$94 - US$398Average Duration10h 53m
59kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
13h 15mAverage Duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond to Albany: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$90
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance646 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Richmond to Albany Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond (VA), US - Albany (NY)

  1. How long is the trip from Richmond to Albany by bus?

    The bus ride from Richmond to Albany takes 13h 15m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Albany in 10h 10m

  2. What is the travel distance from Richmond to Albany?

    Richmond and Albany are 650 km (403 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Albany?

    Buses departing from Main Street Station in Richmond will take you to SUNY Collins Circle in Albany.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Albany?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Richmond to Albany. With a starting ticket price of US$61, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Richmond to Albany?

    The bus from Richmond to Albany will cost you US$90, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-05
US$67
06-06
US$71
Today
US$88
06-08
US$100
06-09
US$80
06-10
US$76
06-11
US$73
06-12
US$91
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Albany was searched and found on Jun 5, 2025 with a price of US$67

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

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$146 for a bus ticket from Richmond to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$73 which is on 2025-06-11.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Richmond to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Richmond to Albany will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond to Albany?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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