How much is the bus ticket from Erie to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Albany start from $61. The average price for this route is around $106. 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 Erie to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Erie to Albany is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 325 miles (524 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Erie to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Erie to Albany at 2:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Erie to Albany generates an estimated 13 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 Erie 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 87393 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Erie 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 has the most timely service from Erie to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Erie 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 Erie to Albany from $61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Erie to Albany on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	23h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	19h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest

Next departures for Erie to Albany on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	23h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	19h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest

Next departures for Erie to Albany on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	19h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	23h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Erie to Albany on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	19h 35m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Erie Bus Station	23h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Erie to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 7 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7h 29mAverage Duration

325 milesDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $259	Average Duration19h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $905	Average Duration7h 29m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Erie and Albany?

Stops in Erie

A
Erie Bus Station
208 E Bayfront Pkwy, Erie, PA 16507

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

3.5/587,417 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,543 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Erie to Albany, NY 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 Erie to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Erie to Albany start from $61. The average price for this route is around $106. 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 Erie to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Erie to Albany is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 325 miles (524 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Erie to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Erie to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Erie to Albany at 2:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Erie to Albany?
A bus trip from Erie to Albany generates an estimated 13 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 Erie 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 87393 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Erie 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 has the most timely service from Erie to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Erie 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.