How much does a bus ticket from Albany to Newark cost?

The bus ticket price from Albany to Newark starts at $38. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albany to Newark is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Albany to Newark?

The average travel time between Albany and Newark is around 5h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 135 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Albany and Newark?

The number of buses from Albany to Newark can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albany to Newark by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Albany to Newark?

Buses traveling between Albany and Newark leave from SUNY Collins Circle or Albany Airport and arrive at Penn Station, Newark Liberty International Airport.

Albany (NY) to Newark (NJ), US Bus Tickets

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from $47

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 28 at 7:15am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: April 28 at 12:35pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Penn Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 7:10pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: April 28 at 11:25pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Penn Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 15m
Departure time: April 28 at 11:40am
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: April 28 at 4:00pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Penn Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: April 28 at 2:30pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: April 28 at 8:40pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Penn Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m
Departure time: April 28 at 1:15pm
Departure city: Albany
Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
Arrival time: April 28 at 7:25pm
Destination city: Newark
Destination location: Newark Penn Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Newark.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $107	Average Duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$50 - $208	Average Duration4h 11m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Newark

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

5h 20mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany to Newark: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$46

Average bus trip duration5h 20m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure3:35am

Distance134 miles (215 km)

Latest bus departure7:10pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,947 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Albany Newark recent customer reviews

Everyone was great with Greyhound. My only complaint was, their was no charging being done on the bus. We notified the driver, but he said there was nothing that he could do about it.

Michael C.

August 24, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,426 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Adirondack Trailways

4/51,069 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Albany to Newark Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Albany and Newark?

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Stops in Newark

A - Penn Station

B - Newark Liberty International Airport

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/26

$51

04/27

$57

Today

$47

04/29

$41

04/30

$34

05/01

$41

05/02

$35

05/03

$46

The cheapest trip from Albany to Newark was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $62 for a bus ticket from Albany to Newark based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-04-30.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Albany to Newark.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Albany to Newark, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Albany to Newark.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany to Newark?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 20m	Avg Price$46	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 11m	Avg Price$82	Daily Departures18

Will you be returning to Albany by bus?

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