What is the distance between Charleston and Albany?

The distance separating Charleston and Albany is 760 miles (1226 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Albany?

If you're headed to Albany from Charleston, chances are that your bus will leave from Charleston Bus Station and arrive at SUNY Collins Circle. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 31 at 1:55pm
Departure city: Charleston
Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Arrival time: August 1 at 11:10am
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 15m
Departure time: July 31 at 3:15pm
Departure city: Charleston
Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Arrival time: August 1 at 6:00pm
Destination city: Albany
Destination location: Albany Bus Terminal
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 2h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $264	Average Duration21h 15m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$192 - $507	Average Duration19h 15m	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

21h 15mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest ticket

30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$185

Average bus trip duration21h 15m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure1:55pm

Distance754 miles (1216 km)

Latest bus departure3:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,779 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,140 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Charleston to Albany Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Charleston to Albany, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Albany?

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Stops in Albany

A - SUNY Collins Circle

B - Albany Airport

C - Greyhound Station

D - Bethlehem Center

E - Beckers Corner

F - Crossgates Mall

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston, SC, US - Albany, NY

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Charleston to Albany.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charleston to Albany.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charleston to Albany that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charleston to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time21h 15m	Avg Price$185	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time19h 15m	Avg Price$363	Daily Departures3

Will you be returning to Charleston, SC, US by bus?

Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY

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Train from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY

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Bus Tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY

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Bus Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Albany?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston, SC, US - Albany, NY

What is the distance between Charleston and Albany?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Albany?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY?

Will you be returning to Charleston, SC, US by bus?

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