How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Albany start from $42. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Philadelphia to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Albany is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 199 miles (321 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Albany at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Albany generates an estimated 8.008375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Albany?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Albany from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on April 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	10:45am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	7h 40m	6:25pm	Albany (SUNY)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	6h	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	3:15pm	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 15m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 25m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 45m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on April 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	2:50pm	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	7h 15m	10:05pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	5h 40m	2:30pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Fastest
	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 45m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 25m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on April 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	9h 25m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	Bus	8:50am	Philadelphia (Spring Garden)	5h 40m	2:30pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Fastest
	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 45m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 25m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Albany on April 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	6h	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 45m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	4:25am	199 Spring Garden St.	8h 55m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	7h 25m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	6h 35m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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 5 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

5h 19mAverage Duration

200 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $172	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $703	Average Duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Albany?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
B
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

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
Visit page
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Philadelphia Albany recent customer reviews

This was the most horrible bus trip: bus left 30 mins late, bus driver was meandering along with no thought of getting their on time, i missed my connection, the person at greyhound desk was very, very nasty to me, and actually added fees to the new ticket - after i had explained it was not because of anything i had done to miss the connecting bus! I then missed a bus in albany which would take me to bennington,vt. Someone had to travel 2 hrs to pick me up in albany. This is very unacceptable service!! I need this to be addressed and will refute the extra charge to me! I will not use greyhound or bus bud in the future.

Marcia S.

October 12, 2017

Terrible service

Tiffany S.

June 20, 2023

Very good service, pleased

Krishna S.

December 4, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512,407 reviews

Staff4.2

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Albany start from $42. The average price for this route is around $53. 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 Philadelphia to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Albany is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 199 miles (321 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 38 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Albany at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Albany?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Albany generates an estimated 8.008375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Albany?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

04/02

$64

04/03

$90

Today

$82

04/05

$95

04/06

$40

04/07

$39

04/08

$41

04/09

$44

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $179 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2026-04-07.

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.