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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Boston (South Station) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | SUNY Collins Circle | 39 Dalton St | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Boston (South Station) | No tags | ||||
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan | Bus | Albany - Rensselaer (Amtrak) | Boston (South Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Boston (South Station) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Boston?
Stops in Albany
- A
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 Boston
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C335 Grove St, Auburndale, MA 02466
- D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA - E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, 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 Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Boston start from $20. The average price for this route is around $104. 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 Boston?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Boston is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 226 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Boston route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Boston at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 7:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Boston?
A bus trip from Albany to Boston generates an estimated 5.63125 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 Boston?
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 5801 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Boston?
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 Boston?
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 Boston?
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.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on May 14, 2026 with a price of $44To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $44 to $120 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2026-05-14.
Usually Greyhound, OurBus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Boston, MA, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
