What is the distance between Chicago and Albany?

Chicago and Albany are 712 miles (1147 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Albany?

If you're headed to Albany from Chicago, chances are that your bus will depart from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Chicago to Albany from $62 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Albany on October 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	2:40am	Albany Bus Terminal	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:55am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 5h	1:20pm	SUNY Collins Circle	No tags
	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 3h	2:55pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 2h	11:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Albany.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $306	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$72 - $263	Average Duration17h 23m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 17 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 23mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest ticket

104kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$114

Average bus trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure6:55am

Distance710 miles (1145 km)

Latest bus departure11:15pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,309 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,840 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Chicago to Albany Bus

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Traveling from Chicago, IL to Albany, NY

Traveling from Chicago to Albany by bus is a practical and affordable way to connect two diverse cities. Whether you’re visiting family in Albany, heading to New York State for work or studies, or embarking on a scenic adventure through the Midwest and Northeast, the bus offers a comfortable and stress-free experience. With tickets starting at $69, multiple daily departures, and trusted operators like Greyhound, FlixBus, Busbud makes planning your journey easy. Whether you're traveling solo, with loved ones, or on a budget, Busbud helps you find the right schedule and price for your trip.

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Albany?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Albany, NY

What is the distance between Chicago and Albany?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/08

$178

10/09

$357

Today

$317

10/11

$155

10/12

$158

10/13

$174

10/14

$156

10/15

$133

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Albany, NY was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of $133

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

You can expect to pay from $133 to $357 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-10-15.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Chicago to Albany.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Albany that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Why take the bus from Chicago to Albany?

Taking the bus between Chicago and Albany is an excellent choice for travelers looking for value, flexibility, and convenience. Here’s why:

Budget-Friendly Travel: Bus tickets for this route start at {{min_price}, offering an economical alternative to flying or driving long distances.
Comfortable Amenities: Modern buses provide free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining seats, and restrooms, ensuring a pleasant journey.
Eco-Friendly Transportation: Reduce your carbon footprint by choosing the bus, one of the most sustainable travel options available.
Convenient Departures: With multiple daily departures, you can choose a schedule that fits your plans, whether it’s an early start or a late-night ride.
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Things to do in Albany

Albany is a city steeped in history and culture, offering plenty for visitors to see and do. Whether you’re in town for a quick visit or a longer stay, here are some highlights:

New York State Capitol: Explore one of the most beautiful state capitol buildings in the U.S. with guided tours showcasing its history and stunning architecture.
Empire State Plaza: Enjoy public events, art exhibits, and the seasonal ice-skating rink surrounded by Albany’s iconic skyline.
Albany Institute of History & Art: Discover the city’s rich heritage and artistic treasures in this fascinating museum.
Washington Park: This urban oasis is perfect for a peaceful walk, and it’s especially vibrant in the spring during Albany’s Tulip Festival.

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Things to do in Chicago

Before leaving for Albany, take advantage of the sights and experiences Chicago has to offer. The Windy City’s blend of urban sophistication and Midwest charm makes it a destination in its own right:

Millennium Park: Visit the iconic Cloud Gate (The Bean) and enjoy public art, gardens, and live performances.
Chicago Riverwalk: Stroll along the river while enjoying picturesque views, outdoor dining, and cultural attractions.
Navy Pier: A family-friendly destination featuring rides, shops, and unbeatable views of Lake Michigan.
Art Institute of Chicago: Explore an extensive collection of art from around the world, including famous works by Van Gogh and Monet.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Albany, NY?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$114	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time17h 23m	Avg Price$151	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Albany, NY to Chicago

You can also go to Albany, NY by train

Train from Chicago to Albany, NY

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