How much is the bus ticket from Providence to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Albany start at R 731. The average price for this route is around R 1 000. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Providence to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Providence to Albany is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Providence to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Providence to Albany at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.

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

A bus trip from Providence 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 Providence 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 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Providence to Albany from R 641 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Providence to Albany on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
09:25	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	7h 50m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Albany on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
09:25	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	7h 50m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Albany on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
09:25	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	7h 50m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Providence to Albany on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:00	Providence (Downtown)	6h 15m	21:15	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
16:45	Providence Bus Terminal	4h 30m	21:15	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Fastest
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
09:25	Providence (Canal St & Smith St)	7h 50m	17:15	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
09:45	Providence Station	8h 25m	18:10	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:34 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Providence 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 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 731, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 50mAverage duration

213 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 731 - R 4 547	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 730 - R 10 989	Average duration7h 3m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Providence and Albany?

Stops in Providence

A
Providence Downtown
99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
Visit page
B
Downtown
Broadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Visit page
C
Peter Pan Terminal
1 Peter Pan Way, Providence, RI 02904
D
Greyhound Station
1 Kennedy Plz, Providence, RI 02903
E
Brown University
201-235 Lloyd Ave, Providence, RI 02906, USA
F
Canal St & Smith
310 Canal St, Providence, RI 02903

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
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

Peter Pan

4/56 353 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Based on 6353 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at R 926

Bonanza / Peter Pan Providence Albany recent customer reviews

Staff were excellent, facilities and bus were clean and well kept. Bus departed 30 min late

Starrina G.

20 July 2018

Incredible service. Very efficient!

Olivia M.

13 July 2019

Greyhound

3.5/587 409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87409 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 731

Greyhound Providence Albany recent customer reviews

the station i was supposed to get picked up at changed to a different location but i never got an email about it so i waited for my bus and then was told by a stranger that the station had moved down the street. when i got there the bus had already left.

Zoe A.

29 September 2018

Amtrak

4/55 617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Providence 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 Providence to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Providence to Albany start at R 731. The average price for this route is around R 1 000. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Providence to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Providence to Albany is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 213 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Providence to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Providence to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Providence to Albany at 09:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Providence to Albany?
A bus trip from Providence 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 Providence 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Providence to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Providence 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 Providence to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

28/11

R 878

29/11

R 878

Today

R 1 930

01/12

R 1 351

02/12

R 895

03/12

R 991

04/12

R 790

05/12

R 878

The cheapest trip from Providence to Albany, NY was searched and found on 04 Dec 2025 with a price of R 790

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

You can expect to pay from R 790 to R 6 281 for a bus ticket from Providence to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 790, which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Amtrak 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.