What is the cheapest way to get from Albany to Elmont?

The cheapest way to get from Albany to Elmont is to bus via Albany, NY which costs $27 - $40 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Albany to Elmont?

The fastest way to get from Albany to Elmont is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Albany and Elmont?

No, there is no direct bus from Albany to Elmont. However, there are services departing from Albany and arriving at 227 St/113 Dr via Jamaica Center/Bay E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Albany and Elmont?

No, there is no direct train from Albany station to Elmont. However, there are services departing from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and arriving at Valley Stream via New York Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Albany to Elmont?

The distance between Albany and Elmont is 189 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

How do I travel from Albany to Elmont without a car?

The best way to get from Albany to Elmont without a car is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Albany to Elmont?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Albany to Elmont, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Albany to Elmont bus from?

Albany to Elmont bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Albany station.

Where do I catch the Albany to Elmont train from?

Albany to Elmont train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Albany to Elmont?

The best way to get from Albany to Elmont is to bus which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Albany to Elmont bus arrive?

Albany to Elmont bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Albany to Elmont train arrive?

Albany to Elmont train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Can I drive from Albany to Elmont?

Yes, the driving distance between Albany to Elmont is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Albany to Elmont.

Where can I stay near Elmont?

There are 2390+ hotels available in Elmont.

Albany to Elmont - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 905 bus

How to get fromAlbany to Elmont

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Albany to Elmont by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Albany to New Yorkbus Adt A289 / ...
3h 56m
$36–111
Bus via Albany, NY
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albany, NY to New York, NY - Midtownbus Nyc / ...
2. Take the bus from Madison Av/E 33 St to Hillside Av/180 Stbus Qm68
5h 31m
$27–37
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Empire Service / ...
4h 23m
$53–108
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Albany to Elmontcar 156.8 mi
2h 58m
$29–42
Line 905 bus, fly, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St to Colonie Station - Central Ave & Colonie Centerbus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane ALB - LGA
3. Take the train from Woodside to Valley Streamtrain
4. Take the bus from Valley Stream Sta to Elmont Rd + Beth David Cemetary#300bus
5h 15m
$86–616

Albany to Elmont by bus and subway

74Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Albany to Elmont.

Launch map view

Distance: 188.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Albany, NY, USA and Elmont, NY, USA?

Trailways operates a bus from Albany to New York every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station hourly. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.