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Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Albany, NY from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$43
tomorrow
$39
Wednesday
$41
Thursday
$42
Friday
$64
Saturday
$46
Sunday
$51

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 7:55 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $43
Greyhound US 6h 30m 8:10 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:40 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $43
FlixBus 6h 40m 12:15 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 6:55 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $44
FlixBus 6h 55m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 8:15 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $44
Greyhound US 6h 35m 8:20 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:55 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      9h 0m
      0
      3:00 AM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      5:00 AM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 4h 0m
    • Wanda Coach
      3h 0m
      0
      9:00 AM
      New York
      Chinatown
      12:00 PM
      Albany, NY
      Asian Supermarket
      0
      Wanda Coach
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 30m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 8h 15m 3:15 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 11:30 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $39
Greyhound US 6h 30m 8:10 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:40 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $39
Greyhound US 6h 35m 4:35 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 11:10 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $40
FlixBus 6h 25m 12:15 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 6:40 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $40
FlixBus 11h 15m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 9:45 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $40
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Wanda Coach
      3h 0m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      Chinatown
      7:30 PM
      Albany, NY
      Asian Supermarket
      0
      Wanda Coach
      Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 35m 4:35 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 11:10 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $41
Greyhound US 6h 35m 8:20 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:55 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $41
Greyhound US 7h 30m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 5:15 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $41
FlixBus 11h 35m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 10:05 AM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $42
FlixBus 11h 15m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 9:45 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Wanda Coach
      3h 0m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      Chinatown
      7:30 PM
      Albany, NY
      Asian Supermarket
      0
      Wanda Coach
      Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 20m shorter, and you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 40m 12:15 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 6:55 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $42
FlixBus 6h 55m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 8:15 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $42
FlixBus 6h 25m 12:15 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 6:40 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $42
Greyhound US 6h 35m 8:20 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:55 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $42
Greyhound US 7h 30m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 5:15 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 15m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Wanda Coach
      3h 0m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      Chinatown
      7:30 PM
      Albany, NY
      Asian Supermarket
      0
      Wanda Coach
      Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 10m shorter, and you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 35m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 10:05 AM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $64
FlixBus 11h 15m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 9:45 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $64
FlixBus 6h 55m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 8:15 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $66
Greyhound US 8h 45m 4:35 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 1:20 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $66
Greyhound US 6h 35m 8:05 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 2:40 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $67
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • BBBus USA
      2h 45m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      7:15 PM
      Albany, NY
      Central Ave & Lexington Ave Bus Station
      0
      BBBus USA
      Premium Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 35m shorter, and you will save $32

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 55m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 8:15 PM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $46
FlixBus 11h 15m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 9:45 AM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $46
Greyhound US 7h 30m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 5:15 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $46
FlixBus 11h 35m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 10:05 AM Albany, NY SUNY Collins Circle  Economy $47
Greyhound US 7h 10m 9:30 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 4:40 PM Albany, NY Bus Terminal  Economy $47
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • BBBus USA
      2h 45m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      7:15 PM
      Albany, NY
      Central Ave & Lexington Ave Bus Station
      0
      BBBus USA
      Premium Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 55m shorter, and you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 7:55 PM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station  Economy $51
FlixBus 11h 15m 10:30 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 9:45 AM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station  Economy $51
FlixBus 6h 55m 1:20 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 8:15 PM Albany, NY SUNY  Economy $52
Greyhound US 7h 30m 9:45 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 5:15 PM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station  Economy $58
Greyhound US 6h 35m 4:35 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 11:10 AM Albany, NY Rensselaer Station  Economy $60
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY via New York, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 0m
      0
      2:15 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      4:15 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $8
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • BBBus USA
      2h 45m
      0
      4:30 PM
      New York
      31st & 8th Ave
      7:15 PM
      Albany, NY
      Central Ave & Lexington Ave Bus Station
      0
      BBBus USA
      Premium Economy
      $24
    Travel Time is 1h 35m shorter, and you will save $19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY is $38 on 8/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Albany, NY

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Albany, NY are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 36 daily buses from Philadelphia to Albany, NY. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Albany, NY.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 51 buses from Philadelphia to Albany, NY, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Albany, NY, with 30 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 22 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Albany, NY starting from $38!

Cheapest Bus $38
Fastest Bus 6h 15m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Latest Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 22 Ø
Distance 200.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Every day, 22 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Albany, NY: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
$50
Tuesday 07/28
$39
Wednesday 07/29
$41
Thursday 07/30
$43
Friday 07/31
$64
Saturday 08/01
$46
Sunday 08/02
$51
Monday 08/03
$47
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
$42
Thursday 08/06
$40
Friday 08/07
$47
Saturday 08/08
$51
Sunday 08/09
$53
Monday 08/10
$50
Tuesday 08/11
$43
Wednesday 08/12
$38
Thursday 08/13
$42
Friday 08/14
$55
Saturday 08/15
$49
Sunday 08/16
$57
Monday 08/17
$54
Tuesday 08/18
$46
Wednesday 08/19
$45
Thursday 08/20
$43
Friday 08/21
$59
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Albany, NY, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $38, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $51.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Albany, NY, with $38. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $40.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Philadelphia to Albany, NY in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Philadelphia to Albany, NY are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

These are the most booked bus companies between Philadelphia to Albany, NY from our users.

FlixBus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Philadelphia to Albany, NY:

Cheapest Price $40
Fastest Bus 6h 25m
Earliest Bus 2:20 AM
Last Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 7/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Albany, NY

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Philadelphia and Albany, NY.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Philadelphia to Albany, NY? Or which bus companies serve the route Philadelphia to Albany, NY? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Albany, NY bus

How much does a Philadelphia Albany, NY bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $38 and takes 8h 15m to reach Albany, NY. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia to Albany, NY?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $38 and $108. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Albany, NY.

On average, how many connections are available from Philadelphia to Albany, NY each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Albany, NY bus route is served by approximately 22 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Philadelphia to Albany, NY take?

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY is offered by Greyhound US and takes 6h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $91. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY?

The earliest bus arriving in Albany, NY from Philadelphia starts at 2:20 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Albany, NY starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Philadelphia Albany, NY route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Albany, NY?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Albany, NY by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Philadelphia to Albany, NY bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Philadelphia Albany, NY bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia Albany, NY bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia to Albany, NY on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Albany, NY?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 22 daily trips between Philadelphia and Albany, NY. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Philadelphia to Albany, NY?

Prices and availability for 22 trips between Philadelphia and Albany, NY change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia to Albany, NY

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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