Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus
| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus
| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) |
Get from Charlotte to Reading
The journey takes about 15 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 16257 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $137
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Reading, 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 Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Reading start from $129. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Reading?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Reading is 15h 40m, covering a distance of 714 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Reading at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Reading?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Reading generates an estimated 17.833949999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 Reading, US was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 with a price of $128To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $128 to $291 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2026-10-20.
