How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from $99. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Chicago is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 932 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago?

A bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Chicago?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Chicago?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Chicago?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charlotte to Chicago from $145 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 55m	5:05pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 35m	7:50am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 5m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 15m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:15pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 25m	1:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:50am	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 10m	11:00pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h	8:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 5m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 40m	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 55m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 15m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 40m	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 55m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 15m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 7h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 55m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 15m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 15m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 40m	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 40m	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

23h 55mAverage Duration

932 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $653	Average Duration23h 55m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$246 - $2,154	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Chicago?

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Chicago by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from $99. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Chicago is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 932 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$256

11-29

$356

Today

$514

12-01

$280

12-02

$227

12-03

$183

12-04

$190

12-05

$178

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $178 to $697 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2025-12-05.