How to Travel from
New York City to Albany
by Plane or Car
Two ways to Travel from New York City to Albany
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Cheapest
By car (4 655 km)
45 h 10 min
4655 km.
from $256
Fastest
Plane from New York City (John F. Kennedy International Airport) to Albany (San Francisco International Airport)
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Transport providers
Airlines
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.64–$357.63
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Albany
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.77–$766.36
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.44–$102.18
NJ Transit
Phone:
+1 973-275-5555
Website:
njtransit.com/
Train from New York Penn Station to Newark
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.60–$21.71
MTA
Phone:
877-690-5116
Website:
new.mta.info/
Train from East Broadway to Jackson
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.36
Train from Grand St to 34
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.36
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.50–$114.95
Trailways
Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from New York to Albany
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.87–$89.41
Wonder Bus Inc
Website:
gotobus.com/wonder-bus-inc/
Bus from New York - 103 Canal St. to Albany
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.16–$29.38
Fox Bus
Website:
gotobus.com/fox-bus-inc-/
Bus from New York, NY - Chinatown to Albany,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.27–$30.65
Capital Bus Tour
Email:
Website:
capitalbustour.com
Bus from New York, NY - Chinatown to Albany,
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.04
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from New York City to Albany?
The cheapest way to get from New York City to Albany is to bus which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 3h.
What is the fastest way to get from New York City to Albany?
The fastest way to get from New York City to Albany is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .
Is there a direct bus between New York City and Albany?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York - 103 Canal St. and arriving at Albany - 259 Central Ave. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.
Is there a direct train between New York City and Albany?
No, there is no direct train from New York City to Albany station. However, there are services departing from East Broadway and arriving at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.
How far is it from New York City to Albany?
The distance between New York City and Albany is 246 km. The road distance is 246 km.
How do I travel from New York City to Albany without a car?
The best way to get from New York City to Albany without a car is to bus which takes 3h and costs $16.30 - $25 .
How long does it take to get from New York City to Albany?
The bus from New York - 103 Canal St. to Albany - 259 Central Ave takes 3h including transfers and departs three times a day.
Where do I catch the New York City to Albany bus from?
New York City to Albany bus services, operated by Wonder Bus Inc, depart from New York - 103 Canal St. station.
Where do I catch the New York City to Albany train from?
New York City to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.
Train or bus from New York City to Albany?
The best way to get from New York City to Albany is to bus which takes 3h and costs $16.30 - $25 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19.57 - $92.39 and takes 3h 55m.
Where does the New York City to Albany bus arrive?
New York City to Albany bus services, operated by Wonder Bus Inc, arrive at Albany - 259 Central Ave station.
Where does the New York City to Albany train arrive?
New York City to Albany train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.
Can I drive from New York City to Albany?
Yes, the driving distance between New York City to Albany is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from New York City to Albany.
Where can I stay near Albany?
There are 182+ hotels available in Albany. Prices start at $38.90 per night.
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