How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Albany?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Albany start at PLN 323. The average price for this route is around PLN 477. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Albany?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Albany is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1144 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Albany route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Albany at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Albany produces an estimated 28.590400000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5826 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago to Albany?

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 Chicago to Albany?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Albany from PLN 305 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 25 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	10:05	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 26 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 27 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 28 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 35m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 29 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 40m	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 30 June
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	10:05	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 1 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	05:45	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 6h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 9h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Albany on 2 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d	18:40	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 40m	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	09:45	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 55m	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	Bus	10:15	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	14:40	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:25	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 45m	11:10	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 1h	13:20	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	23:30	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:48 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 16 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 328, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 23mAverage duration

1146 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average pricePLN 323 - PLN 1 084	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average pricePLN 328 - PLN 1 039	Average duration16h 23m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Albany?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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

Greyhound

3.5/587 572 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Amtrak

4.1/55 831 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 900 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Albany start at PLN 323. The average price for this route is around PLN 477. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Albany?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Albany is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1144 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Albany at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Albany?
A bus trip from Chicago to Albany produces an estimated 28.590400000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5826 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Albany?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Chicago to Albany?
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 Chicago to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

23/06

PLN 662

24/06

PLN 656

Today

PLN 712

26/06

PLN 708

27/06

PLN 623

28/06

PLN 548

29/06

PLN 563

30/06

PLN 548

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Albany, NY was searched and found on 28 Jun 2026 with a price of PLN 548

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 548 to PLN 841 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 548, which is on 2026-06-28.