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Mint Museum Uptown
Major Uptown museum for European, American, and contemporary art. Its collection and architecture make it Charlotte's top fine-arts stop.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rockingham, NC 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 Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Rockingham, NC for Charlotte, NC on Sun, Aug 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct buses cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest buses will take 1 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $67.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $74 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average $74 (€60).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 18m.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (1h 40m by bus vs 1h 25m by car) and save roughly $-7.93 (€-6.47) compared to fuel and tolls ($22 (€18) vs $14 (€12)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
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 Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC buses for tomorrow, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 AM Rockingham, NC | 1h40 | 3:10 AM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Major Uptown museum for European, American, and contemporary art. Its collection and architecture make it Charlotte's top fine-arts stop.
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is provided.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rockingham, NC 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.

Most Rockingham, NC to Charlotte, NC buses use the Rockingham, E Broad Ave / John St (Marathon Station) to Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Rockingham, NC and Charlotte, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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