The cheapest and fastest buses from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 1 buses that leave Portsmouth, VA for Charlotte, NC on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 13 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest buses will take 13 h 40 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.
12:50 AM13h40Portsmouth, VA2:30 PMCharlotte, NC$1091One-way0 transfers
12:50 AM13h40Portsmouth, VA2:30 PMCharlotte, NC$1091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $403.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$104 Average price Cheapest | $455 Average price | $139 Average price |
12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration Fastest 7h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $36 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average $139 (€111).
A bus is $351 (€280) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC costing on average $455 (€363).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 31m.
Train takes on average 13h 9m.
Live departures
Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 AM Portsmouth, VA | 13h40 | 2:30 PM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC
Buses from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:04, the last at 11:15. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 10m |
First bus 4:04 AM |
Last bus 11:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NCYou can travel by bus between Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC with Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) for as low as $57 (€45). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT)
FAQs: Bus from Portsmouth, VA to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portsmouth, VA 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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