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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ
Cheapest price
$172
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
13 h 56 m
Average duration
13 h 56 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ 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 Edison, NJ will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $172.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Edison, NJ on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 815 km distance in an average of 13 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 56 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 13 h 56 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.
4:59 AM13h56Charlotte, NC6:55 PMEdison, NJ$1721One-way0 transfers
- 4:59 AM13h56Charlotte, NC6:55 PMEdison, NJ$1721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $172. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $172, and a flight costs an average of $408.
Distance: 506 miles (815 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$172 Average price Cheapest | $288 Average price | $408 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 26m Average total duration 13h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 16m Average total duration 11h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ:
A bus is $115 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ costing on average $288.
A bus is $236 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ costing on average $408.
Other travel options to Edison, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 46m.
Bus takes on average 13h 56m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $223 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $197 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:59AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 13h56 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $247 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $169 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 +FlixBus | 5:25 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 15h10 | 8:35 PM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) | 1 transfer | |
| +FlixBus | 6:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 13h50 | 7:55 AM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 14h20 | 1:55 PM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
| 4:59 AM Charlotte, NC | 13h56 | 6:55 PM Edison, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $172 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 506 miles (815 km) distance in 13h 56m.
Distance 506 miles (815 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 13h 56m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ 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 Edison, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ
Most Charlotte, NC to Edison, NJ buses use the Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) to New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Charlotte, NC and Edison, NJ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Charlotte city centre
Getting to Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness) from Charlotte city centre
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