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The cheapest and fastest buses from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC

Showing times and prices for Nov 26

Cheapest price

$67

Average price

$99

Fastest journey

4 h 10 m

Average duration

4 h 20 m

Buses per day

12

Distance

364 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for Charlotte, NC on Wed, Nov 26, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 26 the direct buses cover the 364 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Greyhound
09:45PM4h25
Atlanta, Bus Station
02:10AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
$671One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:30PM4h50
Atlanta, Bus Station
06:20PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
$721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
01:30PM4h30
Atlanta, Bus Station
06:00PMCharlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC
$721One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:15PM4h35
Atlanta, Bus Station
11:50PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
$881One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:15PM4h20
Atlanta, Bus Station
11:35PMCharlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC
$881One-way
0 transfers

Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
12:40AM
Arrival Time
05:00AM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$60
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
04:40AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
4h25
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
11:30AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
08:05AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
04:15PM
Arrival Time
08:55PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
12:30AM
Duration
5h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$66
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15PM
Arrival Time
11:35PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$59
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:50PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
09:45PM
Arrival Time
02:10AM
Duration
4h25
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$55

Live departures

Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC bus times

The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 4:20 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
greyhound5:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h20
10:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
greyhound9:40 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h25
2:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:00 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h30
4:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
greyhound1:05 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h45
5:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h35
6:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h30
11:00 PM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:30 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h50
11:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
greyhound9:15 PM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h40
1:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 26
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:15 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h20
4:35 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:15 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h35
4:50 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
greyhound12:40 AM Atlanta, GA
4h20
5:00 AM Charlotte, NC0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:30 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h30
6:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:50 AM Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center), GA
4h10
6:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect
greyhound2:45 AM Atlanta, Bus Station
4h25
7:10 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC

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Buses from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) if you book in advance.

There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 4h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
226 miles (364 km)
Average bus duration
4h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
$83 (€68)
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
12
Fastest bus
4h 20m
First bus
00:40
Last bus
22:55

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC start from as low as $83 (€68) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $113 (€92) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
  • On average there are 12 daily trains from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with 12 direct service.
  • The fastest trains can take as little as 4h 20m but the average duration is 4h 42m
Train Operators
  • Travel from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with FlixBus, Greyhound, and Southeastern Stages
  • The most booked train company for this route on Omio is FlixBus.
Stations & Schedule
  • Most trains depart from Atlanta, Bus Station and arrive in Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
  • First train typically departs at 12:40 AM and the last at 10:55 PM
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Southeastern Stages from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NCYou can travel by bus between Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with FlixBus, Greyhound, Southeastern Stages for as low as $83 (€68). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 55m
Cheapest Price
$30 (€24)
FlixBus frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

Greyhound

About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
$134 (€109)
Greyhound frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

Southeastern Stages

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 30m
Cheapest Price
$83 (€68)
Southeastern Stages frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC can start from as little as $93 (€76) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC is $127 (€103); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC bus travel time is 4 h 20 min   for the 226 mile (364 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC leaves at 12: 20AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC leaves at 11: 00PM.
Yes, there are 13 direct buses a day from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with FlixBus, Greyhound or Southeastern Stages. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the journey from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC you can take a bus with FlixBus, Greyhound or Southeastern Stages. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Charlotte, NC from Atlanta, GA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC is September.
Yes, you can take a bus to Charlotte, NC from Atlanta, GA.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • Greyhound
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC for bus companies FlixBus and Greyhound.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Charlotte, NC are:
  • NASCAR Hall of Fame, an interactive museum dedicated to the history and heritage of NASCAR with exhibits and simulators
  • Discovery Place Science, a hands-on science and technology museum featuring interactive exhibits and an IMAX theater
  • Freedom Park, a 98-acre park offering walking trails, sports fields, and a picturesque lake
  • Mint Museum Uptown, an art museum showcasing American, contemporary, and European art collections
  • Levine Museum of the New South, focusing on post-Civil War Southern history and culture.
The best things to do in Charlotte, NC include:
  • Carowinds, a large amusement park featuring roller coasters and a water park
  • U. S. National Whitewater Center, offering outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, kayaking, and rock climbing
  • NoDa, Charlotte's historic arts and entertainment district with galleries, music venues, and unique dining experiences
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway, hosting NASCAR races and other motorsport events
  • Billy Graham Library, a museum and library dedicated to the life and legacy of the famous evangelist.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies FlixBus and Greyhound.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC depends on the bus companies:
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
  • Greyhound
    • You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC, follow these tips:

  • Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.
  • Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.
  • Use our search filters: Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options.
  • Look for special deals or discounts: Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
  • Start your search now and compare ticket prices to find the best deal!

    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC:
    • FlixBus
      • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
    • Greyhound
      • One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC:
    • FlixBus
      • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
    • Greyhound
      • $15 per additional bag.
    Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC. The following conditions apply:
    • FlixBus
      • Small pets in carriers allowed
      • Guide dogs travel for free.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with the following bus providers: FlixBus and Greyhound
    Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with the following bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound.
    Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC with the following bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound.

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    Popular bus stations from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC

    Atlanta
    Charlotte
    The major bus station for departures in Atlanta is Atlanta, Bus Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Atlanta, Bus Station for your trip from Atlanta to Charlotte.
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    Atlanta, West Peachtree Street Northwest (Civic Center)
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