Bus Tickets from Pittsburgh, PA to Albany, NY

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TodayMay 14
from US$106
TomorrowMay 15
FriMay 16
SatMay 17
from US$78
SunMay 18
MonMay 19
from US$82
TueMay 20
from US$78
WedMay 21

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: SUNY Collins Circle
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Albany
    Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Albany

Bus
Average PriceUS$60 - US$178Average Duration14h 35m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$120 - US$234Average Duration12h 58m
52kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Pittsburgh to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 12 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 58mAverage Duration
US$120Cheapest ticket
52kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Pittsburgh to Albany: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$78
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 35m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure1:35am
Distance574 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

Pittsburgh to Albany Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Pittsburgh - Albany

  1. How long is the trip from Pittsburgh to Albany by bus?

    The trip from Pittsburgh to Albany will take on average 14h 35m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Albany in about 13h 20m.

  2. What is the travel distance from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    The distance between Pittsburgh and Albany is around 576 km (357 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Intermodal Station, in Pittsburgh, and end it at SUNY Collins Circle, in Albany.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    The least expensive option to go from Pittsburgh to Albany would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$60, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    Taking the bus from Pittsburgh to Albany costs on average US$78.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Pittsburgh to Albany?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Pittsburgh until 11:10pm and reaching Albany on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-12
US$63
05-13
US$66
Today
US$99
05-15
US$63
05-16
US$78
05-17
US$70
05-18
US$75
05-19
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Albany was searched and found on May 12, 2025 with a price of US$63

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

You can expect to pay from US$63 to US$301 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63 which is on 2025-05-15.

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.

About Bus Travel

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 Pittsburgh and Albany!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pittsburgh to Albany, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Pittsburgh to Albany.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Pittsburgh to Albany?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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