Bus from Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Buffalo on July 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityCheapest
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
1400 Washington Ave.
Buffalo (BUF) AirportFastest
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
1400 Washington Ave.
Transportation CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Buffalo (BUF) AirportNo tags
FlixBusBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Buffalo (BUF) AirportNo tags
Adirondack TrailwaysBus
1400 Washington Ave.
Transportation CenterNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Albany Bus Terminal
Niagara Frontier Transportation AuthorityNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:57 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Buffalo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
5h 25mAverage Duration
414 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$61 - $358Average Duration12h
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$71 - $196Average Duration5h 25m
38kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Buffalo?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Buffalo start from $61. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Albany to Buffalo?

    The average bus travel time from Albany to Buffalo is 12h, covering a distance of 412 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.

  3. Which bus companies service the Albany to Buffalo route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Buffalo?

    The earliest bus departs from Albany to Buffalo at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Buffalo?

    A bus trip from Albany to Buffalo generates an estimated 10.288350000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Albany to Buffalo?

    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 1167 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Buffalo?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Buffalo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Buffalo?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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
07-25
$96
07-26
$127
Today
$90
07-28
$87
07-29
$77
07-30
$78
07-31
$84
08-01
$84
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Jul 29, 2026 with a price of $77

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

You can expect to pay from $77 to $319 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2026-07-29.

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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