What is the distance between Potsdam and Albany?

The distance separating Potsdam and Albany is 148 miles (239 km).

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

If you're headed to Albany from Potsdam, chances are that your bus will leave from Clarkson University and arrive at Albany Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Potsdam to Albany from $71 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Potsdam to Albany on August 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 24m	4:00pm	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 24m	4:00pm	Albany Terminal	Fastest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
9:36am	Potsdam	7h 34m	5:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Potsdam to Albany on August 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Cheapest
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Fastest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
9:36am	Potsdam	8h 4m	5:40pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Potsdam to Albany on August 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Cheapest
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Fastest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
9:36am	Potsdam	8h 4m	5:40pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Potsdam to Albany on August 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Cheapest
9:36am	Potsdam	6h 9m	3:45pm	ALB Airport	Fastest
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
9:36am	Potsdam	7h 34m	5:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
5:35am	Potsdam, NY	9h 18m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Bus Potsdam, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$114

Average bus trip duration7h 14m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure9:36am

Distance149 miles (239 km)

Latest bus departure4:00pm

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Adirondack Trailways

4/51,107 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

Based on 1107 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at $104

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

No masks policy, complete ignorance about safety and hygiene, indifference about the CDC guidelines.

Steve L.

December 31, 2020

We were very happy with our bus driver Robyn who was consistently kind and attentive. She was an excellent driver who made us feel comfortable and secure.

Judith L.

September 29, 2019

OurBus

4/53,101 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between Potsdam and Albany, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

No masks policy, complete ignorance about safety and hygiene, indifference about the CDC guidelines.

Steve L.

December 31, 2020

We were very happy with our bus driver Robyn who was consistently kind and attentive. She was an excellent driver who made us feel comfortable and secure.

Judith L.

September 29, 2019

New York Trailways

4/54,391 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.1

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

No masks policy, complete ignorance about safety and hygiene, indifference about the CDC guidelines.

Steve L.

December 31, 2020

We were very happy with our bus driver Robyn who was consistently kind and attentive. She was an excellent driver who made us feel comfortable and secure.

Judith L.

September 29, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,417 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5417 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $91

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

No masks policy, complete ignorance about safety and hygiene, indifference about the CDC guidelines.

Steve L.

December 31, 2020

We were very happy with our bus driver Robyn who was consistently kind and attentive. She was an excellent driver who made us feel comfortable and secure.

Judith L.

September 29, 2019

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

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Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Albany?

Stops in Potsdam

A - Clarkson University

B - SUNY

C - Market Square

Stops in Albany

A - Albany Airport

B - SUNY Collins Circle

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions for your trip Potsdam, US - Albany, NY

What is the distance between Potsdam and Albany?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Potsdam to Albany?

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

Best price found

08/21

$79

08/22

$71

Today

$75

08/24

No data

08/25

$77

08/26

$71

08/27

$71

08/28

$71

The cheapest trip from Potsdam, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Aug 22, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $274 for a bus ticket from Potsdam, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-08-26.

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.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Potsdam to Albany will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

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!

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Bus Tickets from Potsdam, US to Albany, NY

Next departures

Bus Potsdam, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

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Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

Adirondack Trailways Potsdam Albany recent customer reviews

Potsdam to Albany Bus

Where are the popular stops in Potsdam and Albany?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Potsdam, US - Albany, NY

What is the distance between Potsdam and Albany?

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

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About Bus Travel

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