How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Washington?

The cheapest coach tickets from Albany to Washington start from £42. The average price for this route is around £66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albany to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Washington is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 310 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Peter Pan , Adirondack Trailways .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Washington at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus journey from Albany to Washington produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Albany to Washington?

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 1142 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Washington?

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 Washington?

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.

Bus Albany to Washington from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	12h	16:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	14h 15m	04:45	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h	15:20	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 55m	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h	15:20	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 45m	01:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	12h 15m	02:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h	15:20	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Washington on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 55m	02:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:20	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 40m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	14:30	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 10m	00:40	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 01:29 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

11h 30mAverage duration

310 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£42 - £195	Average duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£51 - £631	Average duration7h 6m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Washington?

Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
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B
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
Map
C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
Map
D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
Map
E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
Map
F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Map

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Visit page Map
B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Visit page Map
C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
Visit page Map
D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Map
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Map
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,997 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Peter Pan

4/56,418 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,145 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Albany to Washington start from £42. The average price for this route is around £66. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Washington is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 310 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 20m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Washington at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Washington?
A bus journey from Albany to Washington produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Albany to Washington?
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 1142 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Washington?
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 Washington?
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.

Best price found

08/01

£59

09/01

£67

Today

£64

11/01

£65

12/01

£46

13/01

£42

14/01

£41

15/01

£44

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of £41

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

You can expect to pay from £41 to £79 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £41, which is on 2026-01-14.

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.