Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Hartford on July 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	3h	10:20am	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30am	Albany Bus Terminal	2h 30m	1:00pm	Harford Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:45pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2h 30m	6:15pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	2:40pm	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	6h 5m	8:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	8:40am	Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak)	8h 5m	4:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:30am	Albany Terminal	9h 15m	8:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Terminal	6h 15m	8:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:30am	Albany Terminal	7h 15m	6:45pm	Harford Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:24 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

7h 35mAverage Duration

134 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $135	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$43 - $502	Average Duration6h 22m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Albany and Hartford

Stops in Albany

A
Albany Airport
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B
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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

Stops in Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,588 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Peter Pan

4.0/56,442 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Hartford, CT 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 Albany to Hartford?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Hartford start from $49. The average price for this route is around $79. 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 Albany to Hartford?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Hartford is 7h 35m, covering a distance of 134 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Hartford route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Peter Pan.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Hartford?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Hartford at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Hartford?
A bus trip from Albany to Hartford generates an estimated 3.34405 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Hartford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6442 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Hartford?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Peter Pan has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Hartford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Hartford?
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

07-27

$67

07-28

$64

Today

$57

07-30

$63

07-31

$70

08-01

No data

08-02

$55

08-03

$44

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Aug 3, 2026 with a price of $44

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $71 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2026-08-03.