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Mint Museum Uptown
Major Uptown museum for European, American, and contemporary art. Its collection and architecture make it Charlotte's top fine-arts stop.
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$139
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$153
Fastest journey on Sep 02
1 d 4 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
1 d 5 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 02
12
Distance
1671 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC will cost around $153 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
It's difficult to get from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC without transferring at least 2 times.
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· · Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $126 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $126, while a flight costs an average of $466.
Distance: 1038 miles (1671 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$126 Average price Cheapest | $433 Average price | $466 Average price | $240 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 27m Average total duration 24h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 64h 34m Average total duration 64h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 42m Average total duration Fastest 7h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $307 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC costing on average $433.
A bus is $340 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC costing on average $466.
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 57m.
Train takes on average 64h 4m.
Tickets start at around $126 compared to roughly $240 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $114. The journey takes 24h 57m versus 17h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 27h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 33h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 32h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 35h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 30h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 34h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 32h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 31h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 32h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 30h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 30h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 29h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 29h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 29h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 28h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · · | 2:00 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 35h05 | 2:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:15 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 34h50 | 2:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· · | 2:25 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 29h55 | 9:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · +![]() | 4:40 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 32h25 | 2:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 9:25 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 30h40 | 5:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 9:40 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 30h25 | 5:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:30 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 28h35 | 5:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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· · | 3:00 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 28h40 | 8:40 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 3:40 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 32h10 | 12:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 8:15 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 33h05 | 6:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 11:15 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 33h05 | 9:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 24h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $107 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 1038 miles (1671 km) distance in 27h 10m.
Distance 1038 miles (1671 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 27h 10m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Discover the best of Charlotte, NC — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charlotte, NC trip today.
Major Uptown museum for European, American, and contemporary art. Its collection and architecture make it Charlotte's top fine-arts stop.
Leading center for African American arts and culture, featuring exhibitions, performances, and powerful stories from Charlotte and beyond.
Regional science museum with hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, and an IMAX Dome. Great for families and curious adults alike.
Charlotte's central business district mixes museums, plazas, public art, and skyline views. Essential for first-time visitors exploring the city core.
Creative historic district packed with murals, music venues, design shops, and converted mills. Ideal for art, walking, and local culture.
Trendy neighborhood known for rail-trail walking, street art, breweries, and restored industrial spaces. One of Charlotte's liveliest areas.
Slow-smoked chopped or pulled pork with a tangy vinegar sauce, a Carolina barbecue staple widely loved across Charlotte.
Smoky pit-cooked pork shoulder finished with mustard-based sauce, reflecting South Carolina influence common in Charlotte.
Deep-fried catfish, often served with hush puppies and slaw. It is a classic Southern comfort dish popular in the Charlotte region.
Historic barbecue spot famed for Carolina chopped pork, red slaw, and old-school Southern atmosphere.
Lively Southern dining room serving fried chicken, biscuits, shrimp and grits, and regional cocktails in South End.
Refined Southern restaurant in Uptown known for shrimp and grits, local ingredients, and an elegant modern setting.
Moderate for a major U.S. city. Hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is affordable, and attractions often cost less than in larger hubs like New York or San Francisco.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is provided.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Austin, TX 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.

Most Austin, TX to Charlotte, NC buses use the Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) to Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness). Use this guide to compare Austin, TX and Charlotte, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) is 4 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza). ATMs are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Ticket office support is available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza).
Available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd. ATMs are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd.
Available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd: Bus stop accessible from the road.
Austin, South Congress Transit Center is 5 km from Austin city centre. Public transport options include:
Austin, South Congress Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center. ATMs are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center.
Available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Austin, South Congress Transit Center: The station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station): The station is wheelchair accessible.
Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness) is 5 km from Charlotte city centre. Public transport options include:
Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness). ATMs are available at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness).
Ticket office support is available at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness).
Available at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness): No designated facilities.
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