How to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC

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Compare train and bus for Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of Kč547 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of Kč547, while a bus costs an average of Kč577.

Distance: 83 miles (134 km)

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Kč547

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Kč577

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Kč403

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2h 4m

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1h 34m

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30m

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2h 24m

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1h 54m

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1h 24m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of Kč496.

This is compared to other travel options from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC:

A bus is Kč51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average Kč547.

The fastest way to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is by train with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around Kč547 compared to roughly Kč403 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč-144.25. The journey takes 1h 34m versus 1h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC

How to get from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM1h35
    Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    11:05 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    5291One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM1h35
    Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    11:05 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    5291One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak71
    8:16 AM1h27
    Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    9:43 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    5531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak77
    5:37 PM1h29
    Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    7:06 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    5531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak75
    2:57 PM1h33
    Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    4:30 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    5531One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak73
    11:56 AM1h34
    Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    1:30 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    5531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:05 PM1h40
    Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    12:45 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    5291One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:40 PM1h40
    Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    9:20 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    5291One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:55 PM1h45
    Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    5:40 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    5291One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC

Travel to Charlotte, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC.

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There are 2 options to travel between Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of Kč496.

This is compared to other travel options from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC:

A bus is Kč51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average Kč547.

The fastest way to travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is by train with an average journey time of 2h 4m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 23m.

The distance from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is approximately 83 miles (134 km).
The average frequency per day from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC:
  • Trains mostly depart from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC and arrive in Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC and arrive in Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Charlotte, NC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlotte, NC by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
  • 5 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC often also extend their vacation to go to Raleigh, NC, Washington, DC, New York, NY, Atlanta, GA, Cary, NC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charlotte, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Charlotte, NC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Charlotte, NC, you can enjoy thrilling rides at Carowinds amusement park or engage in outdoor adventures like whitewater rafting at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Explore the vibrant arts scene in NoDa, the historic arts and entertainment district, or catch a NASCAR race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. For cultural experiences, visit the Billy Graham Library or the interactive NASCAR Hall of Fame. Discover hands-on exhibits at Discovery Place Science or stroll through the scenic Freedom Park. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Mint Museum Uptown, while the Levine Museum of the New South offers insights into post-Civil War Southern history.
To fully experience Charlotte, NC, and its main attractions such as the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Discovery Place Science, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center, plan for a 2 to 3 day visit.
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