How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charleston start at R 1 743. The average price for this route is around R 3 187. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albany to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Charleston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Charleston at 14:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Charleston?

A bus trip from Albany to Charleston produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Albany to Charleston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Charleston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to Charleston from R 1 765 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Charleston on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 4h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:13 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 743, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1218 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 743 - R 7 605	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 134 - R 14 622	Average duration18h 43m	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Charleston?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
B
Albany Airport
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 Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 490 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 962 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charleston start at R 1 743. The average price for this route is around R 3 187. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Charleston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1218 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Charleston at 14:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Charleston?
A bus trip from Albany to Charleston produces an estimated 30 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Albany to Charleston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Charleston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Albany to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/01

R 2 914

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Today

R 2 999

09/01

R 1 951

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11/01

R 1 943

12/01

R 1 791

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The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 791

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 Charleston, SC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 791 to R 2 999 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 791, which is on 2026-01-12.