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Bus from New York to Albany

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Duration 2 hours 45 minutes (fastest time)

Departures Up to 26 services per day

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New York to Albany bus details

Our route AD05 bus stops at 9 stops between New York and Albany. The bus sets off from Port Authority Bus Terminal For Peter Pan (Gates 69-75) Trailways (Gates 22-34 & 80) and Fullington (Area X on W 41st Street) and drops you off at Adirondack Trailways Bus Stop at Albany - 66 Green Street

New York

There are multiple bus stops in New York City for services sold through megabus.com. Please check your ticket for the correct boarding location!

  • Peter Pan Bus Lines
  • Adirondack Trailways
  • Coach USA

All operate from the Port Authority Bus Terminal (PABT) on 8th Ave, between 41st and 42nd St. Check monitors for boarding gates.

Fullington Trailways also operates from PABT but departs from "Area X," a curbside underpass on W 41st St, between 8th & 9th Ave.

In all cases, we recommend checking monitors at the bus station for any updates, as gates can sometimes change.

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Albany

There are Megabus stops at the Rensselaer Station and at SUNY Albany. The Rensselaer Station stop is located at the North Surface parking lot off of East St. The entrance to the lot is located on East St., just north of Wendell St. Parking is available in the surface lots adjacent to the stop. The SUNY Albany stop is located on Collins Circle near University Hall.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to travel from New York to Albany by bus?

The fastest bus from New York to Albany takes 2 hours 45 minutes

When is the first bus from New York to Albany?

The earliest bus from New York to Albany leaves at 7:00 AM

When is the last bus from New York to Albany?

The latest bus from New York to Albany leaves at 11:00 PM

How many daily bus trips are there from New York to Albany?

megabus runs up to 26 trips per day from New York to Albany. View our departure schedule and book your trip

How can I pay for my New York to Albany bus ticket?

megabus offers a wide range of payment methods for our tickets, including major credit card providers and Google pay.

Where is the New York megabus bus stop?

The bus sets off from Port Authority Bus Terminal For Peter Pan (Gates 69-75) Trailways (Gates 22-34 & 80) and Fullington (Area X on W 41st Street)

Where is the Albany megabus bus stop?

The bus drops you off at Adirondack Trailways Bus Stop at Albany - 66 Green Street

Can I track my New York to Albany bus ?

megabus offers real-time bus tracking on our website, so you check your bus location by service number or route. No getting caught off guard with delays here!