The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Ashland, KY on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 395 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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.
7:50 AM7h50Charlotte, NC3:40 PMAshland, KY$1061One-way0 transfers
7:50 AM7h50Charlotte, NC3:40 PMAshland, KY$1061One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $360.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$69 Average price Cheapest | $249 Average price | $363 Average price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 11m Average total duration 16h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY:
A bus is $180 (€144) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY costing on average $249 (€199).
A bus is $294 (€235) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY costing on average $363 (€290).
Other travel options to Ashland, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
Train takes on average 16h 41m.
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:50 AM Charlotte, NC | 7h50 | 10:40 AM Ashland, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Charlotte, NC | 7h40 | 1:25 AM Ashland, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY
Buses from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 03:05. The fastest bus covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 3:05 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Barons Bus, Greyhound from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KYYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY with Barons Bus, Greyhound for as low as $65 (€52). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Ashland, KY 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 Ashland, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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