How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Charlottesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charlottesville start at R 1 453. The average price for this route is around R 2 182. 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 Charlottesville?

The average bus journey time from Albany to Charlottesville is 15h, covering a distance of 652 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to Charlottesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Albany to Charlottesville at 14:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

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

A bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville produces an estimated 16 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 Charlottesville?

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 87435 reviews.

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

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 Charlottesville?

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 Charlottesville?

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 Charlottesville from R 1 330 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to Charlottesville on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures from Albany to Charlottesville on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to Charlottesville on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures from Albany to Charlottesville on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	09:30	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:23 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 453, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

15hAverage duration

652 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 453 - R 5 186	Average duration15h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 407 - R 16 931	Average duration11h 19m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and Charlottesville?

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 Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 643 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charlottesville start at R 1 453. The average price for this route is around R 2 182. 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 Charlottesville?
The average bus journey time from Albany to Charlottesville is 15h, covering a distance of 652 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to Charlottesville at 14:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville?
A bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville produces an estimated 16 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 Charlottesville?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to Charlottesville?
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 Charlottesville?
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 Charlottesville?
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

16/12

R 2 154

17/12

R 1 570

Today

R 3 158

19/12

R 2 317

20/12

R 2 111

21/12

R 2 445

22/12

R 2 677

23/12

R 2 471

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlottesville was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 570

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 Charlottesville as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 570 to R 3 158 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 111, which is on 2025-12-20.