How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Albany start at R 1 530. The average price for this route is around R 2 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Albany is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1140 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Albany at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Albany produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago to Albany?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Albany from R 1 755 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 29 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 30 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 31 March
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 4h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 1 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 2 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 13h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 3 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 4 April
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	22:50	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 11h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 16 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 257, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 23mAverage duration

1146 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 530 - R 6 531	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 257 - R 35 275	Average duration16h 23m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Albany?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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

3.5/587 531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 369 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Albany, NY by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Albany start at R 1 530. The average price for this route is around R 2 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Albany is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1140 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Albany at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Albany?
A bus trip from Chicago to Albany produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87531 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

26/03

R 2 044

27/03

R 2 044

Today

R 1 763

29/03

R 2 044

30/03

R 2 044

31/03

R 2 044

01/04

R 2 807

02/04

R 2 457

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Albany, NY was searched and found on 28 Mar 2026 with a price of R 1 763

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 763 to R 5 677 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 044, which is on 2026-03-29.

Usually Greyhound 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.