Busbud recommends taking the train from Montreal to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Customers praise the excellent drivers and smooth journeys provided by the bus company. Some mention delays at the border, not attributed to the company, but overall found drivers professional, friendly, and trips smooth.
Adirondack Trailways Montreal Albany recent customer reviews
The only issue with the journey was not directly the fault of the bus company- we had over two hour delay at the boarder. Otherwise I found the driver to be professional and friendly and informative and the trip was smooth.
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.
Greyhound Lines, Inc. Montreal Albany recent customer reviews
The journey was very comfortable and pleasant, the departure was 30 minutes late. Timing should be improved otherwise service was great
4 out of 5 stars
Nadeem C.
Bus schedule did not take into account border patrol stop, which we were told was faster than usual. We were 1hr 20min late and missed our flight because of this. We had called the night before and we're assured we did not have to get a sooner bus as the bus should run on time. These busses never run on time since they do not account for the border patrol stop. Add 1.5hrs to 2 hrs to any time estimate crossing the Canadian border. Extremely dissatisfied, people rely on Greyhound to be on time and in this case the absolutely failed.
1 out of 5 stars
Matthew T.
It was a new bus. The driver stopped at Duncan Donuts in Plattsburgh, but did not tell us we could get off, so few did. When we got to Saratoga, he said we could not get off. Therefore, the bathroom was covered with pee, all over the floor and seat.
It was disgusting. Thank God we got off in Albany.
According to user feedback, the overall travel experience was satisfactory. However, there were some concerns about an unnecessary stop close to the final destination that led to a delay in arrival time.
FlixBus Montreal Albany recent customer reviews
It was fine, but we stopped rather unnecessarily for twenty minutes only half an hour before the final destination, making us late for our arrival time instead of just getting there on-time.
Based on 5493 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $80
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Montreal to Albany, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Where are the popular stops in Montreal and Albany?
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USACrossgates Mall
Frequently asked questions for your trip Montreal - Albany, NY
What is the distance between Montreal and Albany?
The distance between the two cities is 198 miles (319 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Montreal to Albany?
If you're headed to Albany from Montreal, chances are that your bus will depart from Gare d'autocars de Montréal and arrive at Albany Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/27
$49
09/28
$57
Today
$49
09/30
$49
10/01
$49
10/02
$48
10/03
$46
10/04
$60
The cheapest trip from Montreal to Albany, NY was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of $46
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Montreal to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $94 for a bus ticket from Montreal to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $46 which is on 2025-10-03.
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.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Montreal to Albany.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Montreal to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Montreal to Albany that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Montreal to Albany
The cheapest trip from Montreal to Albany, NY was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of $46
