How to get from Albany to Raleigh
The fastest way to travel from Albany to Raleigh takes approximately 727 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 5 route options for you.
Fastest Route
727 min 1,018.7 km
4 transfers
214
Empire Service
Acela
Greyhound Us0670
1
Departs from: Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St
Walking: 21 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, 12 min)
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, 155 min)
5
Take Acela Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (5 stops, 178 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 Raleigh Bus Station (2 stops, 305 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb)
9
Take 1 Bus
Direction: 1 DOWNTOWN / CAPITAL
From Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb) to Goraleigh Station (7 stops, 12 min)
10
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Raleigh
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 Raleigh
Raleigh is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Raleigh:
- S Blount St at E South Ave
- Wilmington St at South St
- E Lenoir St at S Blount St
- Lenoir St at Fayetteville St
Alternative Route
945 min 1,031.5 km
3 transfers
Flixbus 2679
Northeast Regional
Flixbus N2472
1
Departs from: Albany Bus Terminal, Ny
Walking: 36 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 17 min (1 km)
to Albany Bus Terminal, Ny
2
Take Flixbus 2679 Bus
Direction: New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
From Albany Bus Terminal, Ny to New York Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) (1 stops, 195 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
4
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station (6 stops, 203 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Washington Union Station
6
Take Flixbus N2472 Bus
Direction: Orlando Bus Station
From Washington Union Station to Raleigh Bus Station (2 stops, 310 min)
7
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb)
8
Take 1 Bus
Direction: 1 DOWNTOWN / CAPITAL
From Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd (Sb) to Goraleigh Station (7 stops, 12 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Raleigh
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to Raleigh.
How do I travel from Albany to Raleigh in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to Raleigh takes approximately 727 minutes via the 214 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Raleigh from Albany?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 945 minutes using the Flixbus 2679 bus line.
Can I get directly from Albany to Raleigh without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 727 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Albany and Raleigh?
The 214 line provides bus service between Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St and Goraleigh Station in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to Raleigh by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Albany to Raleigh in Albany takes approximately 727 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Albany to Raleigh?
Board the 214 bus at Hawk/Capitol Station - Washington Ave & Hawk St station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to Raleigh?
The nearest stop to Raleigh is Goraleigh 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.