Bus Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY from various bus operators like OurBus or FlixBus for the next days.

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$75

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Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	4h 10m	2:30 PM	Ithaca, NY	Downtown Ithaca	6:40 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:30:00 PM to SUNY, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
FlixBus	4h 25m	2:30 PM	Ithaca, NY	Downtown Ithaca	6:55 PM	Albany, NY	Rensselaer Station	Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/15/2025 2:30:00 PM to Rensselaer Station, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 6:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
OurBus	4h 0m	3:20 PM	Ithaca, NY	Cornell West Campus	7:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Basic	$65	A Bus from OurBus goes from Cornell West Campus, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/15/2025 3:20:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 7:20:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
OurBus	4h 15m	1:00 PM	Ithaca, NY	E Seneca Street	5:15 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Basic	$70	A Bus from OurBus goes from E Seneca Street, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/15/2025 1:00:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/15/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $70 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
OurBus	4h 0m	3:20 PM	Ithaca, NY	Cornell West Campus	7:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Basic	$75	A Bus from OurBus goes from Cornell West Campus, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/18/2025 3:20:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 7:20:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
OurBus	3h 45m	3:35 PM	Ithaca, NY	Cornell North Campus	7:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Basic	$75	A Bus from OurBus goes from Cornell North Campus, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/18/2025 3:35:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 7:20:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
OurBus	4h 15m	1:00 PM	Ithaca, NY	E Seneca Street	5:15 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Basic	$80	A Bus from OurBus goes from E Seneca Street, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/18/2025 1:00:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 5:15:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 15m
FlixBus	12h 30m	11:00 AM	Ithaca, NY	Downtown Ithaca	11:30 PM	Albany, NY	Rensselaer Station	Economy	$101	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY (USA) at 12/18/2025 11:00:00 AM to Rensselaer Station, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 12/18/2025 11:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY is $46 on 12/15/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY

See here how frequent the connections between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Compare all providers like OurBus and FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY starting from $46!

Cheapest Bus	$46
Fastest Bus	3h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Latest Bus	3:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	141.3 miles
Bus Companies	OurBus and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave Ithaca, NY for Albany, NY: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/14/2025 and for the following days.

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Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

$65

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

$75

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$80

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$60

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

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The cheapest time to travel from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $46, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $75.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY, with $46. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $100.

How to save money travelling from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

These are the most booked bus companies between Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY from our users.

FlixBus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY:

Cheapest Price	$46
Fastest Bus	4h 10m
Earliest Bus	2:30 PM
Last Bus	11:00 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/9/2025

All bus stations and stops in Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY.

Cornell West Campus

West Avenue 240

Downtown Ithaca

East Green St 131

E Seneca Street

E. Seneca Street 130

Milstein Hall

University Avenue 882

Robert Purcell Community Center

Jessup Rd 101

Bus Terminal

Hamilton St 34

SUNY Collins Circle

Collins Cir

Crossgates Mall

Crossgates Mall Rd 1

Quay Street

Quay St.

Asian Supermarket

Central Ave 1245

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY? Or which bus companies serve the route Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY bus

How much does a Ithaca, NY Albany, NY bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $46 and takes 4h 10m to reach Albany, NY. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $46 and $101. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Albany, NY.

On average, how many connections are available from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY each day?

Every day, the Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY take?

The fastest bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY is offered by OurBus and takes 3h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $75. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY?

The earliest bus arriving in Albany, NY from Ithaca, NY starts at 1:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY?

The latest bus trip departing from Ithaca, NY for Albany, NY starts at 3:35 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Ithaca, NY Albany, NY route?

When traveling by bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY, passengers can travel with OurBus and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY?

You can check all the direct connections between Ithaca, NY and Albany, NY by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: OurBus and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Ithaca, NY Albany, NY bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Ithaca, NY Albany, NY bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Ithaca, NY to Albany, NY

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Ithaca, NY and to Albany, NY

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Ithaca, NY and to Albany, NY. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!