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

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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Detroit to Albany, NY from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$79

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

$94

Friday

Saturday

$102

Sunday

$95

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 20m	2:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$79	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:00:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $79 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m
Greyhound US	19h 40m	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	6:40 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 40m
Greyhound US	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	2:40 PM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$80	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/27/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $80 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
Greyhound US	21h 10m	2:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	11:10 AM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$82	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 10m
Greyhound US	23h 30m	1:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/27/2026 1:50:00 PM to SUNY, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	2:40 PM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
Greyhound US	23h 30m	1:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:50:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m
Greyhound US	22h 50m	11:15 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:05 AM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:15:00 AM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m
Greyhound US	22h 30m	11:15 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	9:45 AM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/30/2026 11:15:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 30m	1:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/1/2026 1:50:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m
Greyhound US	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	2:40 PM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$103	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
Greyhound US	22h 30m	11:15 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	9:45 AM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:15:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
Greyhound US	22h 50m	11:15 AM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	10:05 AM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle	Economy	$114	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/1/2026 11:15:00 AM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $114 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Detroit to Albany, NY via Buffalo, NY, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  15h 40m
  
  0
  
  11:00 PM
  
  Detroit
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:00 AM
  
  Buffalo, NY
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $45
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 0m
- Greyhound US
  
  6h 20m
  
  0
  
  8:20 AM
  
  Buffalo, NY
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:40 PM
  
  Albany, NY
  Bus Terminal
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $42
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Buffalo, NY (USA) at 7/29/2026 8:20:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $42 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	15h 40m	11:00 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	2:40 PM	Albany, NY	Bus Terminal		Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/2/2026 11:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 40m
	Greyhound US	23h 30m	1:50 PM	Detroit	Central Bus Station	1:20 PM	Albany, NY	SUNY Collins Circle		Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Detroit (USA) at 8/2/2026 1:50:00 PM to SUNY Collins Circle, Albany, NY (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m

Frequency of bus connections between Detroit and Albany, NY

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

Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Detroit to Albany, NY. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Detroit and Albany, NY.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 buses from Detroit to Albany, NY, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Detroit and Albany, NY, with 6 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/27/2026 costs just $79, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Detroit to Albany, NY

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 5 times every day by bus from Detroit to Albany, NY in one click! Book your bus ticket from Detroit to Albany, NY starting from $79!

Cheapest Bus	$79
Fastest Bus	15h 40m
Earliest Bus	1:50 PM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	474.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Detroit to Albany, NY

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Detroit for Albany, NY: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

$94

Tuesday 07/28

$127

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$96

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$106

Sunday 08/02

$95

Monday 08/03

$84

Tuesday 08/04

$82

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

$82

Friday 08/07

$83

Saturday 08/08

$83

Sunday 08/09

$85

Monday 08/10

$81

Tuesday 08/11

$81

Wednesday 08/12

$80

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

$86

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Detroit to Albany, NY

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

With a price starting from $79, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Detroit to Albany, NY. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $85.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Detroit to Albany, NY, with $79. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $106.

How to save money travelling from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Albany, NY are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Detroit and Albany, NY

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

Central Bus Station

Howard St 1001

Amtrak

W Baltimore Ave 78

VA Medical Center Blue Deck

East Canfield Street (between John R. and Brush St.) 225

Park Avenue

Rosa Parks TC

Cass Ave 1310

Bus Terminal

Hamilton St 34

Rensselaer Station

East St 649

SUNY Collins Circle

Collins Cir

Capitol/Hawk Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St

Crossgates Mall

Crossgates Mall Rd 1

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

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

FAQs about the Detroit to Albany, NY bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $79 and takes 23h 20m to reach Albany, NY. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $79 and $114. 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 Detroit to Albany, NY each day?

Every day, the Detroit to Albany, NY bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Detroit to Albany, NY is offered by Greyhound US and takes 15h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $80. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Albany, NY from Detroit starts at 1:50 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 Detroit to Albany, NY?

The latest bus trip departing from Detroit for Albany, NY starts at 11:00 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 Detroit Albany, NY route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Detroit 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: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit to Albany, NY on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Detroit and to Albany, NY

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