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

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Albany on 26 January
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Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationCheapest
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Amtrak Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationFastest
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Amtrak Station
Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
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Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags
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Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak stationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 18:51 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just €85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
19h 15mAverage duration
1028 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€85 - €334Average duration19h 15m
26kg CO₂e
Average price€130 - €1,260Average duration1d 3h
93kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Albany start from €130. The average price for this train route is around €189. 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 Charlotte to Albany?

    The average train journey time from Charlotte to Albany is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1025 km. The fastest train gets you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    The earliest train from Charlotte to Albany departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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€213
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€152
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€130
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of €130

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

You can expect to pay from €130 to €538 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €130, which is on 2026-01-26.

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