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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Houston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Houston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Houston?
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - 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 Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Houston start from $127. The average price for this route is around $240. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Houston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1491 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 16m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Houston at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Houston?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Houston generates an estimated 37 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 Houston?
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 Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Houston?
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 Houston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $192To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $192 to $487 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $192 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
