How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Albany?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Albany start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $289. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Albany?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Albany is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 636 miles (1025 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Albany route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Albany?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Albany at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 6:45am.

Train Charlotte to Albany from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Albany on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Albany on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Albany on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Albany on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	18h 25m	11:56pm	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	9:50am	Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Albany

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

18h 45mAverage Duration

637 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $355	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$150 - $938	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $150

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY by train

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 train ticket from Charlotte to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Albany start from $150. The average price for this train route is around $289. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Albany is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 636 miles (1025 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Albany at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 6:45am.

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Albany, NY was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $149

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 $149 to $806 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 $149 which is on 2026-01-06.