How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany start from $89. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Pittsburgh to Albany is 15h, covering a distance of 575 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pittsburgh to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Albany at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pittsburgh to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Pittsburgh to Albany from $85 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on February 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	17h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 50m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	8:30am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	15h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	18h 25m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on February 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	18h 25m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 20m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	9:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 55m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	17h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on February 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 20m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	9:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 55m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 55m	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 50m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Albany on February 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	16h 55m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 20m	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	9:35am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	13h 55m	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 55m	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	8:20pm	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	14h 50m	11:10am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh 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 12 hours 58 minutes, and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 58mAverage Duration

575 kmDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$89 - $265	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$166 - $438	Average Duration12h 58m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Pittsburgh and Albany?

Stops in Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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B
Sennott Square
201 S Bouquet St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213, 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

3.5/587,522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Albany start from $89. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Pittsburgh to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Pittsburgh to Albany is 15h, covering a distance of 575 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pittsburgh to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Albany at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany?
A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Albany generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pittsburgh to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Pittsburgh to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

02-09

$188

02-10

$199

Today

$160

02-12

$143

02-13

$146

02-14

$199

02-15

$104

02-16

$104

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY was searched and found on Feb 15, 2026 with a price of $104

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, NY, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $104 to $236 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2026-02-15.