Next available departures

Next departures for Syracuse to Albany on August 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 15m	4:00pm	Albany Terminal	Cheapest
12:00pm	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	2h 40m	2:40pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 43m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
8:00am	Amtrak Station	3h	11:00am	Albany Terminal	No tags
6:50am	Syracuse (Regional Transportation Center)	3h 5m	9:55am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	5h 43m	2:53pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h	3:45pm	ALB Airport	No tags
9:10am	SYR Airport	8h 54m	6:04pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:46 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Syracuse to Albany

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 288, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 11mAverage Duration

204 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 288 - MAD 660	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 288 - MAD 1,088	Average Duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Syracuse and Albany

Stops in Syracuse

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
B
Syracuse Airport
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C
Syracuse University
Bus stops at Schine Student Center across the street from the Sheraton Parking Garage., Schine Student Center, 303 University Pl, Syracuse, NY 13210
Visit page
D
Syracuse University - Lyman Hall
College Place, Syracuse, NY 13210, USA
E
New York State Fairgrounds
581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209, USA
F
Syracuse, NY
349-399 US-11, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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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

Compare companies

Adirondack Trailways

4.1/51,244 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 1244 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Adirondack Trailways ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 302

Adirondack Trailways Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

He is very kind and has a great sense of humanity.I'm deeply grateful for his great sense of service and altruism

Joel K.

January 10, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/515,017 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/588,030 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 88030 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 288

Greyhound Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

The worst experience. Ruined my day! We left 30min late, and at the second stop the driver was lost, he was asking the passengers for directions on how to get to the station! We arrived 1h late.

Maria P.

February 15, 2019

The buses were very dirty and the staff aren't always showing enthusiasm or politeness to the people on the bus. The timeliness was good.

Shaho S.

October 30, 2018

Bus is dirty

Lori M.

July 1, 2019

OurBus

4.0/53,292 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.0

Amtrak

4.1/56,391 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6391 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at MAD 417

Amtrak Syracuse Albany recent customer reviews

Train had a lot of delays but however the crew was very communicative with passengers with updates in the delays

Cody K.

December 14, 2025

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, US to Albany, NY 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 Syracuse to Albany?
The cheapest bus tickets from Syracuse to Albany start from MAD 288. The average price for this route is around MAD 329. 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 Syracuse to Albany?
The average bus travel time from Syracuse to Albany is 9h, covering a distance of 200 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Syracuse to Albany route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Adirondack Trailways, FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Syracuse to Albany?
The earliest bus departs from Syracuse to Albany at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Syracuse to Albany?
A bus trip from Syracuse to Albany generates an estimated 4.98155 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 Syracuse to Albany?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1243 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Syracuse to Albany?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Syracuse to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Syracuse to Albany?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, 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.

Best price found

08-05

MAD 296

08-06

MAD 306

Today

MAD 387

08-08

MAD 284

08-09

MAD 297

08-10

MAD 248

08-11

MAD 220

08-12

MAD 220

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Aug 11, 2026 with a price of MAD 220

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 220 to MAD 3,568 for a bus ticket from Syracuse, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 220 which is on 2026-08-11.

Usually Amtrak 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.