How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Rensselaer?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Rensselaer start from $103. The average price for this route is around $193. 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 New York City to Rensselaer?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Rensselaer is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 686 miles (1106 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Rensselaer route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Rensselaer?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Rensselaer at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Rensselaer?

A bus trip from New York City to Rensselaer generates an estimated 28 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 New York City to Rensselaer?

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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Rensselaer?

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 New York City to Rensselaer?

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 New York City to Rensselaer?

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 New York City to Rensselaer from $96 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for New York City to Rensselaer on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d	8:05am	Rensselaer	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:00pm	GW Bridge	1d 13h	8:05am	Rensselaer	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	GW Bridge	1d 13h	8:05am	Rensselaer	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:00pm	Chinatown	1d 12h	8:05am	Rensselaer	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	1d 10h	8:05am	Rensselaer	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Rensselaer

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Rensselaer. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

686 milesDistance

101kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $384	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$149 - $762	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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

3.5/511,481 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Rensselaer 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 New York City to Rensselaer?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Rensselaer start from $103. The average price for this route is around $193. 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 New York City to Rensselaer?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Rensselaer is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 686 miles (1106 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Rensselaer route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Rensselaer?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Rensselaer at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Rensselaer?
A bus trip from New York City to Rensselaer generates an estimated 28 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 New York City to Rensselaer?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Rensselaer?
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 New York City to Rensselaer?
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 New York City to Rensselaer?
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.

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The cheapest trip from New York City to Rensselaer was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $251 for a bus ticket from New York City to Rensselaer based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-12-03.