Find coaches from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY

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Next departures from Detroit to Albany on 22 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Detroit Bus Station
SUNY Collins CircleCheapest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Detroit Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to Albany

Bus
Average priceUS$66 - US$209Average duration1d 1h
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$234 - US$386Average duration1d 5h
70kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Detroit to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour and with fares starting at just US$66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 1hAverage duration
US$66Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Detroit, MI to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$96
Average bus trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure12:20
Distance474 miles
Latest bus departure22:05

Detroit to Albany Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Detroit, MI - Albany, NY

  1. What's the distance between Detroit and Albany by coach?

    The distance between Detroit and Albany by coach is approximately 474 miles (763 km).

  2. How can I travel from Detroit to Albany avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
19/09
No data
20/09
US$142
Today
US$86
22/09
US$133
23/09
US$65
24/09
US$64
25/09
US$112
26/09
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY was searched and found on 24 Sept 2025 with a price of US$64

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

You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$462 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64, which is on 2025-09-24.

Usually Amtrak 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Detroit to Albany.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Detroit to Albany will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Detroit to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to Albany, NY?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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