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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Charlotte Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Albany Bus Terminal | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Charlotte
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Albany and Charlotte?
Stops in Albany
- A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206 - C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA - D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA - E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA - F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202 - D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 - E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charlotte start from $129. The average price for this route is around $224. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Albany to Charlotte is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 1029 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Adirondack Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Charlotte at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Albany to Charlotte generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1129 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Charlotte?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $137To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $137 to $248 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2025-12-14.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
