How much is the bus ticket from Utica to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Albany start from $31. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Utica to Albany?

The average bus travel time from Utica to Albany is 2h, covering a distance of 131 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Utica to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Adirondack Trailways , Greyhound , OurBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Utica to Albany at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Utica to Albany generates an estimated 3 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 Utica 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 1152 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Utica 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 Utica 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 Utica 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 Utica to Albany from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Union Station	9h 15m	5:45pm	1400 Washington Ave.	Cheapest
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 45m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	2h	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 45m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	2h	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	Fastest

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45pm	323 Main St - Utica rail station	1h 30m	5:15pm	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	2h	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 45m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Union Station	9h 15m	5:45pm	1400 Washington Ave.	Cheapest
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	1h 45m	6:40pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	2h	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Utica to Albany on March 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Union Station	9h 15m	5:45pm	1400 Washington Ave.	Cheapest
Bus	3:45pm	323 Main St - Utica rail station	1h 30m	5:15pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
Bus	7:50am	Utica Bus Stop	2h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	4:55pm	Utica Bus Stop	2h	6:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Union Station	2h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:46 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Utica to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

2hAverage Duration

131 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $48	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $75	Average Duration2h 11m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Utica and Albany?

Stops in Utica

A
Union Station
321 Main St, Utica, NY 13501
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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
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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

FlixBus

3.5/512,326 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,152 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.3

Greyhound

3.5/587,527 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

OurBus

4/53,188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Utica, NY 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 Utica to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Utica to Albany start from $31. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Utica to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Utica to Albany is 2h, covering a distance of 131 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Utica to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, Greyhound, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Utica to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Utica to Albany at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 4:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Utica to Albany?
A bus trip from Utica to Albany generates an estimated 3 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 Utica 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 1152 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Utica 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 Utica 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 Utica 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

03-13

$31

03-14

$36

Today

$29

03-16

$30

03-17

$26

03-18

$26

03-19

$26

03-20

$22

The cheapest trip from Utica, NY to Albany, NY was searched and found on Mar 20, 2026 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $44 for a bus ticket from Utica, NY to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-03-20.

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.