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Zimmerli Art Museum
Major university art museum at Rutgers with strong Russian and Soviet nonconformist holdings plus rotating contemporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
810 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for New Brunswick, NJ on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 810 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 13 h 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $91, and a train costs an average of $162.
Distance: 503 miles (810 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$167 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $288 Average price | $116 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ costing on average $257 (€210).
A bus is $121 (€99) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ costing on average $288 (€236).
Other travel options to New Brunswick, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 4m.
Bus takes on average 15h 30m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:59AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 13h56 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:59AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 13h56 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 AM Charlotte, NC | 13h30 | 8:05 PM New Brunswick, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, NJ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $91 (€75) but you can travel from only $80 (€66) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 503 miles (810 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 503 miles (810 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€75) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Major university art museum at Rutgers with strong Russian and Soviet nonconformist holdings plus rotating contemporary exhibitions.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to New Brunswick, 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 New Brunswick, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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