4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€27
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€27
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 55 m
Buses on Sep 19
7
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC 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 Cary, NC will cost around €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 7 buses from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC, including 7 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
FlixBus6:30 PM3h20Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)9:50 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
6:05 PM2h45Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)8:50 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers- 9:20 AM3h10Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)12:30 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 5:25 AM4h20Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)9:45 AMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 2:35 AM2h40Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)5:15 AMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 2:35 AM2h40Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)5:15 AMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 9:50 PM2h40Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)12:30 AMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 6:05 PM2h45Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)8:50 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- 9:20 AM3h10Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)12:30 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:30 PM3h20Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)9:50 PMRaleigh, Bus Station€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, while a flight costs an average of €518.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€37 Average price | €518 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC costing on average €37.
A train is €487 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC costing on average €518.
Other travel options to Cary, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 3m.
Bus takes on average 3h 17m.
Tickets start at around €37 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-15.18. The journey takes 3h 17m versus 2h 26m 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.
Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:57PM | Duration 5h07 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price €23 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:35 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2h40 | 5:15 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 4h20 | 9:45 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3h10 | 12:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3h35 | 4:55 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2h45 | 8:50 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 3h20 | 9:50 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2h40 | 12:30 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NCYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Cary, 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 Cary, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Fred G. Bond Metro Park, a large park offering trails, a lake, and recreational facilities
- Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve, a natural area with walking trails and a nature center
- Cary Arts Center, a cultural hub featuring art exhibits and performances
- Page-Walker Arts & History Center, a historic site with galleries and educational programs
- Sri Venkateswara Temple of North Carolina, a beautiful Hindu temple offering cultural and spiritual experiences.
- Koka Booth Amphitheatre, an outdoor venue hosting concerts, festivals, and cultural events in a scenic lakeside setting
- Downtown Cary Farmers Market, a vibrant market featuring local produce, crafts, and live music
- USA Baseball National Training Complex, a premier facility for baseball games and events
- Triangle Rock Club, an indoor climbing gym offering challenges for all skill levels
- Cary Tennis Park, a top-notch facility for tennis enthusiasts with numerous courts and programs.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC
Most Charlotte, NC to Cary, NC buses use the Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Raleigh, Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Charlotte, NC and Cary, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Charlotte, NC station do buses to Cary, NC leave from?
Getting to Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Charlotte city centre
Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) bus station facilities and services
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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station): The station is wheelchair accessible.
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