How much is the bus ticket from Minneapolis to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Albany start from $203. The average price for this route is around $357. 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 Minneapolis to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Albany is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 983 miles (1584 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Albany at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Minneapolis to Albany generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Minneapolis to Albany from $218 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Minneapolis to Albany on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 15h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 22h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Albany on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 13h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 14h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 15h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Minneapolis to Albany on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:15am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 13h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 14h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 22h	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:50pm	Minneapolis Bus Station	1d 15h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

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Get from Minneapolis to Albany

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $203, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

983 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Minneapolis and Albany?

Stops in Minneapolis

A
Greyhound Station
950 Hawthorne Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
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B
MSP Airport
Ground Transportation Center, Terminal 1, 6498 34th Ave S, St Paul, MN 55111, USA
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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
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B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
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D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
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E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
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F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,495 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Minneapolis to Albany start from $203. The average price for this route is around $357. 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 Minneapolis to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Minneapolis to Albany is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 983 miles (1584 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Minneapolis to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Minneapolis to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Minneapolis to Albany at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Minneapolis to Albany?
A bus trip from Minneapolis to Albany generates an estimated 40 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Minneapolis to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $218

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

You can expect to pay from $218 to $218 for a bus ticket from Minneapolis to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $218 which is on 2026-01-14.