The cheapest and fastest buses from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
12 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 43 m
Buses per day
45
Distance
855 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 45 buses that leave New York, NY for Charlotte, NC on Sat, Nov 22, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 855 km distance in an average of 12 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 13 h 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for New York, NY to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a train costs an average of €109.
Distance: 531 miles (855 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€94 Average price Cheapest | €185 Average price | €145 Average price |
14h 43m Average total duration 14h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions |
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New York, NY to Charlotte, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 15h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $210 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 23h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $212 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $131 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $307 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 16h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 14h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 13h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 16h41 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $128 |
Live departures
New York, NY to Charlotte, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 6:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 15h10 | 9:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 16h00 | 10:35 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 15h05 | 10:35 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:50 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 17h10 | 1:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus | 10:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 18h55 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 1:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 16h15 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 24h00 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 15h00 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 3:00 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 23h30 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 14h45 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 14h30 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 3:30 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 23h00 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 14h15 | 5:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 4:55 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 16h00 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 5:00 PM New York, NY | 15h55 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h50 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 14h55 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 14h55 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 14h25 | 8:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 17h15 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 15h25 | 10:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 14h40 | 10:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 14h20 | 10:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 16h50 | 1:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h10 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 14h50 | 11:30 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 13h00 | 10:00 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM New York, NY | 14h00 | 11:30 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:30 PM New York, NY | 14h20 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 13h50 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 13h30 | 11:30 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 13h05 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 12h45 | 11:30 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 12h50 | 11:50 AM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 12h30 | 11:30 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:00 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 14h30 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:45 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 13h45 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 1:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 13h30 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 13h25 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 12h30 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 13h50 | 4:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 13h05 | 4:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:35 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 18h05 | 9:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:00 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 13h25 | 5:25 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 4:59 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 16h41 | 9:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 6:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 15h35 | 9:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Bus from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC
Buses from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC run on average 34 times per day, taking around 14h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $75 (€61) by flight.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 531 miles (855 km) distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 531 miles (855 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 12h 45m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from New York, NY to Charlotte, NCYou can travel by bus between New York, NY to Charlotte, NC with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $75 (€61). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- NASCAR Hall of Fame, an interactive museum dedicated to the history and heritage of NASCAR with exhibits and simulators
- Discovery Place Science, a hands-on science and technology museum featuring interactive exhibits and an IMAX theater
- Freedom Park, a 98-acre park offering walking trails, sports fields, and a picturesque lake
- Mint Museum Uptown, an art museum showcasing American, contemporary, and European art collections
- Levine Museum of the New South, focusing on post-Civil War Southern history and culture.
- Carowinds, a large amusement park featuring roller coasters and a water park
- U. S. National Whitewater Center, offering outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, kayaking, and rock climbing
- NoDa, Charlotte's historic arts and entertainment district with galleries, music venues, and unique dining experiences
- Charlotte Motor Speedway, hosting NASCAR races and other motorsport events
- Billy Graham Library, a museum and library dedicated to the life and legacy of the famous evangelist.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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