How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Albany start from $54. The average price for this route is around $175. 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 Rochester to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Rochester to Albany is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 313 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , FlixBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Albany at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Rochester to Albany generates an estimated 8 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 Rochester to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1145 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rochester to Albany from $47 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	10h 20m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	10h 20m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	10h 40m	6:25pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	12h 55m	2:15am	Albany Terminal	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	11h	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 50m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 30m	6:35pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	12h 45m	8:30pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	14h 15m	3:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	10h 20m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 30m	6:35pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	10h 40m	6:25pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	14h 15m	3:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 50m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 30m	6:35pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	9:30am	Bus Station	14h 5m	11:35pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	12:55am	Bus Station	14h 15m	3:10pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 50m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 30m	6:35pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	Bus	7:45am	Bus Station	10h 40m	6:25pm	1400 Washington Ave.	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 50m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	10h 20m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 30m	6:35pm	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	11h	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:05pm	Rochester	6h 50m	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	9:30am	Bus Station	13h 45m	11:15pm	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Rochester to Albany on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20am	Rochester	8h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:30am	Bus Station	13h 45m	11:15pm	Albany Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:35pm	Rochester	10h 20m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	1:20pm	Bus Station	11h	12:20am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:28 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester 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 4 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 31mAverage Duration

321 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $258	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$65 - $175	Average Duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Albany?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
Visit page
B
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,147 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.3

FlixBus

3.5/512,130 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US 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 Rochester to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Albany start from $54. The average price for this route is around $175. 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 Rochester to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Albany is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 313 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Albany at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Albany?
A bus trip from Rochester to Albany generates an estimated 8 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 Rochester to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1145 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rochester to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

01-19

$106

01-20

$81

Today

$177

01-22

$163

01-23

$87

01-24

$78

01-25

$91

01-26

$65

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $65

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

You can expect to pay from $65 to $219 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2026-01-26.

Usually Adirondack Trailways 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.