Is there a way to reach Albany from Montreal without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. The two options are easy and sustainable ways to reach Albany. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Montreal to Albany?

On average, the trip from Montreal to Albany takes around 5h 40m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 4h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 198 miles (319 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Montreal and Albany?

The distance between the two cities is 198 miles (319 km).

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

If you're headed to Albany from Montreal, chances are that your bus will depart from Gare d'autocars de Montréal and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to get from Montreal to Albany?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $54 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Albany from Montreal.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Montreal to Albany?

The average bus ticket price from Montreal to Albany is $81. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $54 and $114, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Montreal to Albany (NY) Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $54

SatApr 26

from $51

SunApr 27

from $54

MonApr 28

TueApr 29

WedApr 30

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

Cheap buses leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 5:15pm
Departure city: Montreal
Departure location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Arrival time: April 26 at 10:55pm
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 11:45pm
Departure city: Montreal
Departure location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:05am
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m
Departure time: April 26 at 10:50pm
Departure city: Montreal
Departure location: Terminus Longueuil (Métro Longueuil)
Arrival time: April 27 at 3:55am
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Terminal
Operated by: Adirondack Trailways
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 5m
Departure time: April 26 at 7:00am
Departure city: Montreal
Departure location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Arrival time: April 26 at 12:45pm
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 45m
Departure time: April 26 at 9:00am
Departure city: Montreal
Departure location: Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Arrival time: April 26 at 2:25pm
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m

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Bus Montreal to Albany: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$81

Average bus trip duration5h 40m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure7:00am

Distance199 miles (320 km)

Latest bus departure11:45pm

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Adirondack Trailways

4/51,069 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

Customers praise the excellent drivers and smooth journeys provided by the bus company. Some mention delays at the border, not attributed to the company, but overall found drivers professional, friendly, and trips smooth.

Adirondack Trailways Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

The only issue with the journey was not directly the fault of the bus company- we had over two hour delay at the boarder. Otherwise I found the driver to be professional and friendly and informative and the trip was smooth.

Jake S.

August 8, 2023

Excellent driver, smooth journey.

Lidia E.

June 7, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/58,379 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.

FlixBus Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

It was fine, but we stopped rather unnecessarily for twenty minutes only half an hour before the final destination, making us late for our arrival time instead of just getting there on-time.

Andrew I.

September 16, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 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 Lines, Inc. Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

The journey was very comfortable and pleasant, the departure was 30 minutes late. Timing should be improved otherwise service was great

Nadeem C.

October 20, 2024

Bus schedule did not take into account border patrol stop, which we were told was faster than usual. We were 1hr 20min late and missed our flight because of this. We had called the night before and we're assured we did not have to get a sooner bus as the bus should run on time. These busses never run on time since they do not account for the border patrol stop. Add 1.5hrs to 2 hrs to any time estimate crossing the Canadian border. Extremely dissatisfied, people rely on Greyhound to be on time and in this case the absolutely failed.

Matthew T.

November 18, 2019

It was a new bus. The driver stopped at Duncan Donuts in Plattsburgh, but did not tell us we could get off, so few did. When we got to Saratoga, he said we could not get off. Therefore, the bathroom was covered with pee, all over the floor and seat. It was disgusting. Thank God we got off in Albany.

Yvonne D.

August 7, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Rider Express, Ontario Northland, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, OurBus

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Where are the popular stops in Montreal and Albany?

Stops in Montreal

A - Gare d'autocars de Montréal

B - Montréal-Trudeau International Airport

C - Radisson

D - Saint-Denis & Saint-Joseph

E - René-Lévesque & Robert-Bourassa

F - Jean-Talon

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions for your trip Montreal - Albany

Is there a way to reach Albany from Montreal without a car?
How long is the bus ride from Montreal to Albany?
What is the distance between Montreal and Albany?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Montreal to Albany?
What is the cheapest way to get from Montreal to Albany?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Montreal to Albany?

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

Best price found

04/21

$57

04/22

$54

Today

$60

04/24

$49

04/25

$54

04/26

$51

04/27

$54

04/28

$48

The cheapest trip from Montreal to Albany was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $95 for a bus ticket from Montreal to Albany based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-04-28.

Usually Adirondack Trailways 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Montreal to Albany.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 Montreal to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Montreal to Albany that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Montreal to Albany.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Montreal to Albany: Trip Overview

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Adirondack Trailways Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

FlixBus Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Montreal Albany recent customer reviews

Montreal to Albany Bus

Where are the popular stops in Montreal and Albany?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Montreal - Albany

Is there a way to reach Albany from Montreal without a car?

How long is the bus ride from Montreal to Albany?

What is the distance between Montreal and Albany?

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

What is the cheapest way to get from Montreal to Albany?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Montreal to Albany?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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You can also go to Albany by train

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Why choose Busbud?

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