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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Charleston Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags | |||||
| Charleston Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to AlbanyAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $182, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY: Trip Overview
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Based on 5440 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 $182
Charleston to Albany Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Sep 7, 2025 with a price of $184To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $184 to $863 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-09-07.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charleston to Albany is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Albany, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charleston and Albany compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Charleston to Albany while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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