Find coaches from South Bend to Albany, NY

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Next departures from South Bend to Albany on 7 October
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.
South Bend
Albany Bus TerminalCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to Albany

Bus
Average priceUS$144 - US$221Average duration1d 8h
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$80 - US$174Average duration14h 54m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from South Bend to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 14 hours 54 minutes and with fares starting at just US$80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
14h 54mAverage duration
US$80Cheapest ticket
95kgCO₂ emissions

Bus South Bend to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$178
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure02:30
Distance642 miles
Latest bus departure20:35

South Bend to Albany Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from South Bend to Albany from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Albany from South Bend, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip South Bend - Albany, NY

  1. How far is Albany from South Bend by coach?

    The distance between South Bend and Albany by coach is approximately 642 miles (1035 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Albany from South Bend without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/10
US$193
05/10
US$170
Today
US$170
07/10
US$170
08/10
US$187
09/10
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from South Bend to Albany, NY was searched and found on 5 Oct 2025 with a price of US$170

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

You can expect to pay from US$170 to US$193 for a bus ticket from South Bend to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$170, which is on 2025-10-07.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from South Bend to Albany, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from South Bend to Albany.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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