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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 4 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Chapel Hill, NC on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a flight costs an average of €157.
Distance: 111 miles (179 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€38 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €298 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:20 AM Charlotte, NC | 3h40 | 1:00 PM Chapel Hill, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:45 PM Charlotte, NC | 3h45 | 5:30 PM Chapel Hill, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 PM Charlotte, NC | 3h45 | 11:30 PM Chapel Hill, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Charlotte Area Transit System from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NCYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC with FlixBus, Greyhound, Charlotte Area Transit System for as low as $29 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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- 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).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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