The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY
Cheapest price
$241
Average price
$241
Fastest journey
17 h 30 m
Average duration
17 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1027 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY will cost around $241 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $241.
Of the 1 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Rensselaer, NY 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 1027 km distance in an average of 17 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 17 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.
5:10 AM17h30Charlotte, NC10:40 PMRensselaer, NY$2411One-way0 transfers
5:10 AM17h30Charlotte, NC10:40 PMRensselaer, NY$2411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $175. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $175, and a flight costs an average of $361.
Distance: 638 miles (1027 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$218 Average price Cheapest | $326 Average price | $411 Average price | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 3m Average total duration 17h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 30m Average total duration 15h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 30m 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 Rensselaer, NY:
A bus is $108 (€88) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY costing on average $326 (€267).
A bus is $193 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY costing on average $411 (€337).
Other travel options to Rensselaer, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 0m.
Bus takes on average 17h 33m.
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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 Rensselaer, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 17h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $239 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 25h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 18h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 18h01 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:30 PM Charlotte, NC | 18h30 | 1:00 PM Rensselaer, NY | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:59 PM Charlotte, NC | 18h01 | 6:00 PM Rensselaer, NY | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 5:10 AM Charlotte, NC | 17h30 | 10:40 PM Rensselaer, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY
Buses from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY run on average 9 times per day, taking around 17h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $175 (€144) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 638 miles (1027 km) distance in 17h 30m.
Distance 638 miles (1027 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $175 (€144) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 17h 30m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NYYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY with FlixBus for as low as $175 (€144). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Rensselaer, NY 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 Rensselaer, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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