How much is the bus ticket from Utica to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Albany start from $30. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Utica to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Utica to Albany is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 131 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Utica to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , OurBus , Greyhound , Adirondack Trailways , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Utica to Albany at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Utica to Albany generates an estimated 3 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 Utica to Albany?

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 Utica to Albany?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Utica to Albany?

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 Utica to Albany?

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.

Bus Utica to Albany from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Utica to Albany on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 40m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest

Next departures for Utica to Albany on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	3:45pm	323 Main St - Utica rail station	1h 30m	5:15pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Pine Hill Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	8:30am	Union Station	9h 15m	5:45pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 40m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Pine Hill Trailways + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	8:30am	Union Station	9h 15m	5:45pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on December 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 40m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Utica to Albany on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Utica to Albany on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 40m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15am	323 Main St - Utica rail station	1h 30m	11:45am	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 55m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 40m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Utica 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 2 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

2h 11mAverage Duration

132 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $121	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $124	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Utica and Albany?

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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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

3.5/511,761 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

OurBus

4/53,180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

Greyhound

3.5/587,456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,135 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54,426 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utica, NY 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 Utica to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Albany start from $30. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Utica to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Utica to Albany is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 131 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Utica to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Utica to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Utica to Albany at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Utica to Albany?
A bus trip from Utica to Albany generates an estimated 3 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 Utica to Albany?
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 Utica to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Utica to Albany?
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 Utica to Albany?
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.

Best price found

12-25

$40

12-26

$22

Today

$36

12-28

$36

12-29

$33

12-30

$33

12-31

$33

The cheapest trip from Utica, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $43 for a bus ticket from Utica, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-29.

Usually FlixBus 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.