How to travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC

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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 $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. 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 $57, and a train costs an average of $119.

Distance: 531 miles (855 km)

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Driving

$201

Average price

$102

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Cheapest

$189

Average price

$152

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

13h 37m

Average total duration

13h 7m

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30m

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11h 12m

Average total duration

10h 42m

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30m

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6h 15m

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4h 15m

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2h 0m

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9h 37m

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0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

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0.9 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

2.6 - 5.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of $102 (€83).

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC:

A bus is $87 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC costing on average $189 (€152).

A bus is $99 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC costing on average $201 (€162).

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 15m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 12m.

Train takes on average 13h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New York, NY and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users.

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from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC

How to get from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM12h45
    New York, 28 Allen St., NY
    6:30 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM12h45
    New York, 28 Allen St., NY
    6:30 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1113
    5:00 AM1h50
    Newark Liberty International Airport
    6:50 AMDouglas International Airport
    $5221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak79 Carolinian
    7:04 AM15h41
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    10:45 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    $2271One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak19 Crescent
    2:00 PM12h30
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    2:30 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    $2641One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian
    8:05 AM14h40
    Penn Station, New York, NY
    10:45 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    $2761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:45 PM13h15
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    5:00 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    $1331One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound · ·
    9:30 AM18h25
    New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY
    3:55 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    $1361One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:00 PM12h30
    New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
    6:30 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    $1361One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF93133
    6:39 PM2h28
    LaGuardia Airport
    9:07 PMDouglas International Airport
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers
  • frontier airlinesF93423 · F93110
    10:55 PM12h04
    LaGuardia Airport
    10:59 AMDouglas International Airport
    $1981One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF92615 · F91760
    8:29 PM11h32
    LaGuardia Airport
    8:01 AMDouglas International Airport
    $3371One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Charlotte, NC.

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There are 3 options to travel between New York, NY and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of $102 (€83).

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC:

A bus is $87 (€70) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC costing on average $189 (€152).

A bus is $99 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC costing on average $201 (€162).

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 15m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 12m.

Train takes on average 13h 37m.

The distance from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is approximately 531 miles (855 km).
The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 39 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Newark Liberty International Airport and arrive in Douglas International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY and arrive in Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, frontier airlines, United to go to Charlotte, NC by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun to go to Charlotte, NC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlotte, NC by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 22 direct flights per day with American Airlines, frontier airlines, United.
  • 11 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC often also extend their vacation to go to Raleigh, NC, Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, Greensboro, NC, 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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