- Must visit
Mint Museum Uptown
Charlotte’s leading art museum in a modern center-city building, known for American, contemporary, and craft collections.
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$188
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h
Average duration
1 d 5 h 8 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1776 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC will cost around $188 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC without transferring at least 2 times.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $122. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $122, and a train costs an average of $229.
Distance: 1103 miles (1776 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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$242 Average price Cheapest | $583 Average price | $353 Average price |
26h 27m Average total duration 25h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36h 40m Average total duration 36h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC costing on average $353 (€286).
A bus is $340 (€276) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC costing on average $583 (€472).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 57m.
Train takes on average 36h 10m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $218 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 27h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $207 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $209 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $152 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 38h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 39h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $303 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 28h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $267 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 38h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $277 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $194 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $359 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 30h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 30h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 33h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $263 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $156 |
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 7:45 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 38h25 | 11:10 PM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 7:45 AM San Antonio, Avenue A / Pearl Pkwy, TX | 38h40 | 11:25 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:00 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 25h50 | 12:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:30 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 30h25 | 8:55 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 1:30 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 32h40 | 11:10 PM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 2 transfers | |
· · | 7:00 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 30h05 | 2:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 30h10 | 5:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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· · | 1:05 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 27h00 | 5:05 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 1:30 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 30h10 | 8:40 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to Charlotte, NC run on average 9 times per day, taking around 25h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $122 (€98) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 1103 miles (1776 km) distance in 25h 50m.
Distance 1103 miles (1776 km) |
Average bus duration 25h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€98) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 25h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of Charlotte — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charlotte trip today.
Charlotte’s leading art museum in a modern center-city building, known for American, contemporary, and craft collections.
Interactive museum celebrating NASCAR history, drivers, and race technology; one of Charlotte’s most popular attractions.
The original Mint Museum campus, set in a historic former U.S. Mint branch, with decorative arts and design collections.
The city’s central district, packed with major museums, public art, skyline views, and the most recognizable urban sights.
Trendy district along the Rail Trail known for murals, adaptive reuse buildings, and one of Charlotte’s busiest walking areas.
Large beloved city park with lakes, paths, and open lawns, popular with locals for walks and relaxed outdoor time.
Slow-smoked pork shoulder, usually chopped or pulled and dressed with a tangy Carolina-style sauce. It is a signature barbecue tradition across the Carolinas and a must-try in Charlotte.
Pork shoulder smoked over hardwood and served with a tomato-vinegar dip and red slaw. This Piedmont North Carolina style is strongly associated with the region around Charlotte.
Crisp, seasoned fried chicken served with sides like mac and cheese, collards, or biscuits. It is a classic Southern comfort meal widely loved in Charlotte.
Established fine-dining restaurant in a historic house, known for elegant Continental cuisine and a romantic atmosphere.
Popular barbecue restaurant known for smoked meats, brisket, ribs, and Carolina pork in a lively, casual setting.
Well-known Uptown spot for Southern comfort food, especially shrimp and grits, fried chicken, and soul food classics.
Charlotte is moderate by U.S. standards: dining and transport are reasonable, while Uptown hotels can cost more.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis and rideshares, USD 1-2 per drink at bars, and a few USD for hotel staff.
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