Albany Airport Transfer Guide (2026) - All Options
Need a reliable Albany airport transfer? Discover hassle-free transportation options to and from Albany International Airport, with quick access to top hotels.
Helpful Tips
CDTA buses accept exact change or the Navigator card, which you can load online or at Price Chopper stores.
The 905 Hudson Line train to NYC departs from Albany-Rensselaer station, across the river in Rensselaer.
Downtown Albany is walkable between the Capitol, Empire State Plaza, and Times Union Center. Most core sights are within a 10-minute loop.
For Albany Airport, the CDTA Route 117 connects to downtown in about 20 minutes and runs hourly on weekdays.
Common Scams to Avoid
At ALB, some unofficial drivers solicit arriving passengers near baggage claim for 'flat-rate' rides that exceed metered fares. Decline any driver who is not at the official taxi stand outside the terminal. Use the dispatcher or ride-hailing app instead.
A few off-airport parking lots advertise 'lowest price' online but add a surprise 'facility fee' at checkout that wipes out the savings. Compare total cost before paying and, if unsure, choose the official on-site garage or a nationally branded lot with published rates.
Occasionally a local shuttle van will tell walk-up riders they must pay cash 'because the card reader is broken' and then quote an inflated per-person rate. Confirm payment method and fare with the dispatcher at the ground-transport desk. Legitimate services accept cards and list fixed prices.
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