Train from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Albany to Charlotte on 11 December
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Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

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 £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
20h 40mAverage duration
638 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£70 - £349Average duration20h 40m
26kg CO₂e
Average price£129 - £1,090Average duration16h 25m
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Albany to Charlotte?

    The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Charlotte start from £129. The average price for this train route is around £211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Albany to Charlotte?

    The average train journey time from Albany to Charlotte is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 636 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Albany to Charlotte route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Charlotte?

    The earliest train from Albany to Charlotte departs at 10:05. And the latest train departs at 10:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
£201
10/12
£250
Today
£250
12/12
£171
13/12
£157
14/12
£226
15/12
£140
16/12
£140
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £140

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £140 to £541 for a train 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 £140, which is on 2025-12-15.

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