Find coaches from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC

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Next departures from Albany to Charlotte on 22 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Charlotte Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Albany Bus Terminal
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Albany Bus Terminal
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$238Average duration20h 40m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$168 - US$1,010Average duration16h 25m
93kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus 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 US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
20h 40mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$115
Average bus trip duration20h 40m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure03:35
Distance638 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Albany to Charlotte Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Charlotte from Albany by coach?

    The distance between Albany and Charlotte by coach is approximately 638 miles (1029 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Charlotte from Albany without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
19/10
No data
20/10
US$90
Today
US$121
22/10
US$125
23/10
US$96
24/10
US$67
25/10
US$93
26/10
US$93
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 24 Oct 2025 with a price of US$67

To 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 US$67 to US$160 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 US$67, which is on 2025-10-24.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Albany to Charlotte but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to Charlotte will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Albany to Charlotte, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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