Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Ithaca on October 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:20pm	Albany Bus Terminal	12h 15m	11:35am	Ithaca	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	10h 30m	5:00am	Ithaca	Fastest

Next departures for Albany to Ithaca on October 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 4m	11:59pm	Ithaca	Cheapest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	3h 49m	11:59pm	Ithaca	Fastest
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 20m	12:15am	Cornell University North Campus	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	4h 15m	12:10am	Cornell University West Campus	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	4h 5m	12:15am	Cornell University North Campus	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	4h	12:10am	Cornell University West Campus	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Ithaca on October 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:20pm	Albany Bus Terminal	12h 15m	11:35am	Ithaca	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	10:35am	Albany Bus Terminal	7h 50m	6:25pm	Ithaca	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	8h 50m	1:10pm	Ithaca	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:35 PM EDT.

Get from Albany to Ithaca

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 1,976, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

139 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Albany and Ithaca

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

Stops in Ithaca

A
Green Street
131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,179 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

OurBus

4.0/53,312 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.0

With about 3 daily trips between Albany and Ithaca, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Albany Ithaca recent customer reviews

I would never under any circumstance use your company again.

Joel M.

August 1, 2022

Adirondack Trailways

4.0/51,284 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US 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 Albany to Ithaca?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Ithaca start from TRY 1,976. The average price for this route is around TRY 2,984. 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 Albany to Ithaca?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Ithaca is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 139 miles (225 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 49m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Ithaca route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Ithaca?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Ithaca at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Ithaca?
A bus trip from Albany to Ithaca generates an estimated 5.60405 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3312 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Ithaca?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Ithaca?
According to Busbud traveler 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

10/09

TRY 9,585

10/10

TRY 2,321

Today

TRY 4,893

10/12

TRY 4,692

10/13

TRY 5,726

10/14

No data

10/15

TRY 1,816

10/16

TRY 2,345

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US was searched and found on Oct 15, 2026 with a price of TRY 1,816

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

You can expect to pay from TRY 1,816 to TRY 10,746 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Ithaca, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 1,816 which is on 2026-10-15.