How much is the bus ticket from Worcester to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Albany start from $14. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Worcester to Albany?

The average bus trip duration from Worcester to Albany is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 103 miles (167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Worcester to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 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 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Worcester to Albany generates an estimated 4 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 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 5654 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 has the most timely service from Worcester to Albany?

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 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 $25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Worcester to Albany on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:40pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 35m	9:15pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
	10:40am	146 P&R	2h 40m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
	8:10am	Union Station	8h 39m	4:49pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	7:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan	5:15pm	Worcester Union Station	4h	9:15pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Albany on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:40pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 35m	9:15pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	7:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
	8:10am	Union Station	8h 39m	4:49pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	8:05pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan	5:15pm	Worcester Union Station	4h	9:15pm	Albany (Trailways Bus Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Albany on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:40am	146 P&R	2h 40m	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	CheapestFastest
	1:20pm	Union Station	7h 55m	9:15pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 20m	7:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	1:20pm	Union Station	7h 55m	9:15pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	4:25pm	Worcester Union Station	3h 40m	8:05pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures for Worcester to Albany on December 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:30am	Worcester Union Station	8h 10m	6:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
1:20pm	Union Station	7h 55m	9:15pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
1:20pm	Union Station	7h 55m	9:15pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:11 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Worcester 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 4 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 4mAverage Duration

103 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $130	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $453	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

4/55,679 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

OurBus

4/53,180 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Worcester and Albany, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Greyhound

3.5/587,454 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.

Greyhound Worcester Albany recent customer reviews

Bus from Worcester was even earlier than expected.

Louise P.

May 20, 2019

Very good.

Rose S.

September 5, 2018

Peter Pan

4/56,388 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Worcester, US 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 Worcester to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Worcester to Albany start from $14. The average price for this route is around $44. 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 Worcester to Albany?
The average bus trip duration from Worcester to Albany is 8h 10m, covering a distance of 103 miles (167 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 10m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Worcester to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 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 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Worcester to Albany?
A bus trip from Worcester to Albany generates an estimated 4 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 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 5654 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 has the most timely service from Worcester to Albany?
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 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

12/24

$94

12/25

$51

Today

$30

12/27

$25

12/28

$27

12/29

$30

12/30

$54

12/31

$48

The cheapest trip from Worcester, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $25

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 $25 to $555 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 $25 which is on 2025-12-27.

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.