Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Washington on August 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45am	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 25m	10:10pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	Bus	9:15pm	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 45m	6:00am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 5m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	11h 55m	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45am	Albany Bus Terminal	9h 15m	9:00pm	Union Station	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	9:00am	Albany Terminal	9h 20m	6:20pm	Washington	No tags
	Bus	7:15am	Albany Bus Terminal	9h 15m	4:30pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	2:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	9h 10m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:52 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 5,397, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

7h 24mAverage Duration

499 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 4,034 - RUB 20,243	Average Duration10h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 5,397 - RUB 53,243	Average Duration7h 24m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Albany and Washington

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

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Silver Spring - Metro
8402 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA
D
Pentagon City
1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, USA
E
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
F
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513,118 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,589 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Washington start from RUB 4,034. The average price for this route is around RUB 6,407. 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 Washington?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Washington is 10h 30m, covering a distance of 497 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Washington at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Washington?
A bus trip from Albany to Washington generates an estimated 12.412375 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 Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 13093 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Washington?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07-29

RUB 6,905

07-30

RUB 8,773

Today

RUB 9,261

08-01

RUB 8,042

08-02

RUB 9,911

08-03

RUB 5,564

08-04

RUB 5,483

08-05

RUB 4,955

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of RUB 4,955

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from RUB 4,955 to RUB 22,259 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 4,955 which is on 2026-08-05.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.