How far is Albany from Seattle?

Albany and Seattle are 2351 miles (3792 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Seattle?

Most of the buses traveling from Albany to Seattle leave from SUNY Collins Circle and arrive at Greyhound Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?

Once in Seattle, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Seattle Art Museum, Reptile Zoo, Argosy Cruises Harbor Tour, Pike Place Market and EMP Museum.

Albany to Seattle from $226 | Refundable Tickets

TomorrowAug 23

from $244

SunAug 24

MonAug 25

from $242

TueAug 26

from $241

WedAug 27

from $252

ThuAug 28

from $242

FriAug 29

from $262

SatAug 30

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: August 23 at 11:40am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: August 27 at 12:50am
Destination city: Seattle
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 16h
Departure time: August 23 at 8:00pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: August 28 at 12:50am
Destination city: Seattle
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4d 7h
Departure time: August 23 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: August 28 at 1:20pm
Destination city: Seattle
Destination location: Greyhound Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4d 17h
Departure time: August 23 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: August 28 at 1:00pm
Destination city: Seattle
Destination location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4d 16h
Departure time: August 23 at 11:20pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: August 28 at 1:50pm
Destination city: Seattle
Destination location: University of Washington
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4d 17h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$206 - $628	Average Duration4d 16h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$236 - $2,241	Average Duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 345kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 4 days, 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $206, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

4d 16hAverage Duration

$206Cheapest ticket

95kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$269

Average bus trip duration4d 16h

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure7:15am

Distance2350 miles (3789 km)

Latest bus departure11:20pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,195 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,186 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Albany to Seattle Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Albany to Seattle. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Seattle from Albany, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Seattle?

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Stops in Seattle

A - Greyhound Station

B - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

C - Washington State Convention Center

D - Pier 91

E - Pier 66

F - International District

Frequently asked questions for your trip Albany, NY - Seattle

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

Best price found

08/20

$199

08/21

$229

Today

$229

08/23

$236

08/24

$226

08/25

$234

08/26

$233

08/27

$248

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Seattle was searched and found on Aug 20, 2025 with a price of $199

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 Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $199 to $293 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $226 which is on 2025-08-24.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Albany and Seattle!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Albany to Seattle.

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

Did you know?

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4d 16h	Avg Price$269	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 6h	Avg Price$588	Daily Departures3

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Bus Albany, NY to Seattle: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Albany and Seattle?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Albany, NY - Seattle

How far is Albany from Seattle?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Seattle?

What are the best sights and things to do in Seattle?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Albany, NY by bus?

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