How much is the bus ticket from Worcester to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Albany start at R 589. The average price for this route is around R 984. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Worcester to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Worcester to Albany is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 167 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Worcester to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , OurBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan .

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

The earliest bus departs from Worcester to Albany at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

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

A bus trip from Worcester to Albany produces an estimated 4 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 Worcester 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 5762 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Worcester 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 Worcester 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 Worcester 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Worcester to Albany from R 522 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 14 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45	146 P&R	2h 35m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
	08:10	Union Station	8h 39m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	19:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	08:10	Union Station	8h 39m	16:49	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	20:05	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 15 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:45	146 P&R	2h 35m	17:20	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
	08:10	Union Station	10h 10m	18:20	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	19:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	08:10	Union Station	10h 10m	18:20	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	20:05	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 16 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	19:45	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	20:05	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	07:00	Worcester Union Station	10h 10m	17:10	Albany (SUNY)	No tags
	13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 17 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30	Worcester Union Station	8h 10m	18:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 18 March
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30	Worcester Union Station	8h 10m	18:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Worcester to Albany on 19 March
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	19:45	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
	13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	16:25	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	20:05	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Peter Pan + Adirondack Trailways	07:00	Worcester Union Station	8h 10m	15:10	Albany (SUNY)	No tags
	13:20	Union Station	7h 55m	21:15	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:12 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Worcester 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 589, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

3h 40mAverage duration

167 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 589 - R 1 948	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 244 - R 7 859	Average duration4h 4m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Worcester and Albany?

Stops in Worcester

A
146 P&R
530 Southwest Cutoff (Commuter service only), Millbury, MA 01527
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B
Union Station
2 Washington Sq, Worcester, MA 01604
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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

Amtrak

4/55 767 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

OurBus

4/53 188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3

Greyhound

3.5/587 527 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87527 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 706

Greyhound Worcester Albany recent customer reviews

Bus from Worcester was even earlier than expected.

Louise P.

20 May 2019

Very good.

Rose S.

5 September 2018

Peter Pan

4/56 427 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 Worcester, US 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 Worcester to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Albany start at R 589. The average price for this route is around R 984. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Worcester to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Worcester to Albany is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 167 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Worcester to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, OurBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Worcester to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Worcester to Albany at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Worcester to Albany?
A bus trip from Worcester to Albany produces an estimated 4 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 Worcester 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 5762 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Worcester 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 Worcester 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 Worcester 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 4.7 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

11/03

R 773

12/03

R 522

Today

R 608

14/03

R 522

15/03

R 869

16/03

R 3 335

17/03

R 834

18/03

R 730

The cheapest trip from Worcester, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 12 Mar 2026 with a price of R 522

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

You can expect to pay from R 522 to R 9 483 for a bus ticket from Worcester, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 522, which is on 2026-03-14.

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.