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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Charleston Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to Charleston
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 1 951, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 002
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US by train
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 train ticket from Albany to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to Charleston start from R 4 002. The average price for this train route is around R 4 876. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Albany to Charleston is 18h 43m, covering a distance of 1217 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to Charleston?
The earliest train from Albany to Charleston 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.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 449To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to Charleston, SC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 449 to R 13 279 for a train 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 3 449, which is on 2025-12-13.
