How much is the bus ticket from Syracuse to Albany?

The cheapest coach tickets from Syracuse to Albany start from £22. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Syracuse to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Syracuse to Albany is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 124 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways , Amtrak , FlixBus , OurBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Syracuse to Albany?

The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Albany at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 15:55.

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

A bus journey from Syracuse to Albany produces an estimated 4.9702 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Syracuse to Albany?

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 1158 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Syracuse to Albany?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Syracuse to Albany?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Syracuse to Albany?

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.

Bus Syracuse to Albany from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 4 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
12:00	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	2h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 5 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:00	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	2h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
15:55	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h	18:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 6 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
12:00	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	2h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 7 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
12:00	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	2h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 8 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
14:45	SYR Airport	2h 30m	17:15	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 9 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
14:45	SYR Airport	2h 30m	17:15	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Albany on 10 May
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:45	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	16:00	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
14:45	SYR Airport	2h 30m	17:15	SUNY Collins Circle	Fastest
09:10	SYR Airport	5h 43m	14:53	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
08:00	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00	Albany Terminal	No tags
06:50	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	09:55	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:09 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Syracuse to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

3h 11mAverage duration

127 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£22 - £47	Average duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £67	Average duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Syracuse and Albany?

Stops in Syracuse

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
Visit page
B
Syracuse Airport
Visit page
C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
Visit page
D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

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
Visit page
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 companies

Adirondack Trailways

4.1/51,158 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.3

Based on 1158 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at £24

Adirondack Trailways Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

He is very kind and has a great sense of humanity.I'm deeply grateful for his great sense of service and altruism

Joel K.

10 January 2023

Amtrak

4.1/55,792 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5792 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £33

Amtrak Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

Train had a lot of delays but however the crew was very communicative with passengers with updates in the delays

Cody K.

14 December 2025

FlixBus

3.5/512,573 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

OurBus

4.0/53,189 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.0

Greyhound

3.5/587,547 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87547 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £22

Greyhound Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

The worst experience. Ruined my day! We left 30min late, and at the second stop the driver was lost, he was asking the passengers for directions on how to get to the station! We arrived 1h late.

Maria P.

15 February 2019

The buses were very dirty and the staff aren't always showing enthusiasm or politeness to the people on the bus. The timeliness was good.

Shaho S.

30 October 2018

Bus is dirty

Lori M.

1 July 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Valley Transit

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Syracuse to Albany?
The cheapest coach tickets from Syracuse to Albany start from £22. The average price for this route is around £27. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Syracuse to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Syracuse to Albany is 8h 50m, covering a distance of 124 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, Amtrak, FlixBus, OurBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Syracuse to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Albany at 02:35. And the latest bus departs at 15:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Syracuse to Albany?
A bus journey from Syracuse to Albany produces an estimated 4.9702 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Syracuse to Albany?
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 1158 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Syracuse to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Syracuse to Albany?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Syracuse to Albany?
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

30/04

£27

01/05

£19

Today

£27

03/05

£23

04/05

£21

05/05

£18

06/05

£20

07/05

£20

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on 5 May 2026 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £324 for a bus ticket from Syracuse, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-05-05.

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.