How to get from Albany to Charlotte
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Charlotte takes approximately 984 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 5 route options for you.
Fastest Route
984 min
1,290.3 km
3 transfers
7
Empire Service
Northeast Regional
Flixbus N2471
Departs from:
Greyhound Trailways Terminal
Walking:
33 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 17 min (1 km)
to Greyhound Trailways Terminal
2
Take
7
Bus
Direction: Colchester, Vt
From Greyhound Trailways Terminal
to Amtrak Station Rensselaer
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4
Take
Empire Service
Train
Direction: New York
From Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
(5 stops, 160 min)
5
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
(8 stops, 217 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
7
Take
Flixbus N2471
Bus
Direction: Atlanta Bus Station
From Washington Union Station
to Charlotte Bus Station
(5 stops, 540 min)
8
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Charlotte
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Albany:
- Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
- State St & Eagle St
- Eagle St & Howard St
- Washington Ave & S. Swan St
Public transport stations close to Charlotte
Charlotte is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Tram stations close to Charlotte:
- Tryon St Citylynx
- CTC Station
- Mint St Citylynx
- CTC/Arena Citylynx
Bus stations close to Charlotte:
- Trade St & College St
- 4th St & Tryon St
- 4th St & Church St
- Church & Trade St.
Alternative Route
1056 min
1,288.2 km
3 transfers
214
Ethan Allen Express
Northeast Regional
Greyhound Us0670
Departs from:
Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking:
18 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
2
Take
214
Bus
Direction: Empire State Plaza to East Greenbush Tech Park
From Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
to East St & Herrick St (Joseph Bruno Rail Station)
(11 stops, 13 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
4
Take
Ethan Allen Express
Train
Direction: New York
From Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
(5 stops, 156 min)
5
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
(6 stops, 213 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
7
Take
Greyhound Us0670
Bus
Direction: Atlanta Bus Station
From Washington Union Station
to Charlotte Bus Station
(5 stops, 570 min)
8
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Charlotte
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Charlotte.
How do I travel from Albany to Charlotte in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Charlotte takes approximately 984 minutes via the 7 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Charlotte from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1056 minutes using the 214 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Charlotte without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 984 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Charlotte?
The 7 line provides bus service between Greyhound Trailways Terminal and Charlotte Bus Station in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Charlotte by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Charlotte in Albany takes approximately 984 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Charlotte?
Board the 7 bus at Greyhound Trailways Terminal station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Charlotte?
The nearest stop to Charlotte is Charlotte Bus Station station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.