How much is the bus ticket from Albany to Charlottesville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to Charlottesville start from $85. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albany to Charlottesville?

The average bus trip duration from Albany to Charlottesville is 15h, covering a distance of 404 miles (652 km). The quickest bus can get 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 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 has the most timely service from Albany to Charlottesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to Charlottesville on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Albany to Charlottesville on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to Charlottesville on December 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Albany to Charlottesville on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	15h	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	19h 20m	9:30am	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the bus

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

2bus per day

15hAverage Duration

404 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $303	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$82 - $987	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
Visit page
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

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,644 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to Charlottesville by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $85. The average price for this route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to Charlottesville?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to Charlottesville is 15h, covering a distance of 404 miles (652 km). The quickest bus can get 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 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville?
A bus trip from Albany to Charlottesville generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 has the most timely service from Albany to Charlottesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/16

$126

12/17

$92

Today

$184

12/19

$135

12/20

$123

12/21

$143

12/22

$156

12/23

$144

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $92

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 $92 to $184 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 $123 which is on 2025-12-20.