Manhattan to Albany by bus
Albany lies 209 km (130 mi) north of Manhattan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 4 h including stops, over roughly 254 km (158 mi) of road.
| Manhattan | Albany | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.5 million | 101,228 |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | 50 m (164 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
Where to book buses from Manhattan to Albany
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Staying in Albany
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Common questions
How far is Albany from Manhattan?
209 km (130 mi) in a straight line, north of Manhattan; by road roughly 254 km (158 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Albany by bus?
About 4 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manhattan and Albany?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.