How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Albany start from R 2 535. The average price for this train route is around R 4 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 quickest train can get you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

Train Charlotte to Albany from R 2 429 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Albany on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Albany on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Albany on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Albany on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	23:56	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:50	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:41 PM 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 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 616, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

18h 45mAverage duration

1028 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 616 - R 6 015	Average duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 535 - R 15 929	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 693 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5693 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 2 535

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Albany start from R 2 535. The average price for this train route is around R 4 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 quickest train can get you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Albany 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 Charlotte to Albany?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Albany departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 531

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 R 2 531 to R 13 689 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 531, which is on 2026-01-06.