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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal) | Providence Bus Terminal | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | Providence (Canal St & Smith St) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Providence
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Providence?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - 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
Stops in Providence
- A99 W Exchange St, 02903 Providence, RI
- BBroadway & Greene Street, Providence, RI 02903, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Providence 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 Albany to Providence?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Providence start from $40. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 Albany to Providence?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Providence is 9h 55m, covering a distance of 132 miles (213 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Providence route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Providence?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Providence at 7:15am. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Providence?
A bus trip from Albany to Providence generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Providence?
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 1126 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Providence?
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 has the most timely service from Albany to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Albany to Providence?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Providence was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Providence, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $306 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Peter Pan, FlixBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Providence?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
