How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Albany start at R 561. The average price for this route is around R 693. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Albany is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 220 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Albany route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Albany at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.

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

A bus trip from Newark to Albany produces an estimated 5 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 Newark 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 1148 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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 Newark to Albany from R 485 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

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Next departures from Newark to Albany on 25 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:35	Newark Penn Station	5h 5m	02:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	06:45	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:00	Newark Penn Station	8h 20m	10:20	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	10:15	Newark Penn Station	4h 40m	14:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	Bus	05:40	Newark Penn Station	7h 40m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:33 PM EST.

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 561, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

5h 55mAverage duration

220 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 561 - R 2 286	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 819 - R 4 440	Average duration4h 4m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Albany?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587 523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87523 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 578

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Newark Albany recent customer reviews

I did round trip Albany to Newark Penn Station. The way down the bus was new and a very nice experience. The way back the bus was in disrepair but ok. The Albany station is embarrassing. Dirty and run down. Albany should be ashamed. Customer service was pleasant and helpful.

Paul C.

18 May 2025

This is so frustrating. I couldn’t go with my bus, because they claim the sits was filled up. And was scheduled for 6:25pm, till this moment (10:43pm)am still at bus terminal in New York. Not even know the exact time I will leave here😡😡😡😡

Olufunke O.

20 May 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512 250 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Adirondack Trailways

4/51 150 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.3

New York Trailways

4/54 431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

Peter Pan

4/56 426 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Albany start at R 561. The average price for this route is around R 693. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Albany is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 220 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways, New York Trailways, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Albany at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Albany?
A bus trip from Newark to Albany produces an estimated 5 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 Newark 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 1148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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

22/02

R 2 338

23/02

R 682

Today

R 665

25/02

R 575

26/02

R 542

27/02

R 698

28/02

R 698

01/03

R 772

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY was searched and found on 26 Feb 2026 with a price of R 542

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

You can expect to pay from R 542 to R 2 338 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 542, which is on 2026-02-26.

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.