Bus from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 29
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
Charlotte Bus Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 30
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
Charlotte Bus Station
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 31
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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The Woodlands - Windvale Center
Charlotte Bus Station
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on February 1
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Charlotte Bus Station
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on February 2
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Charlotte Bus Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on February 3
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Charlotte Bus Station
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Charlotte
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87518 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. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $139
Based on 173 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at $278
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $490
Based on 12160 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 $132
Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the value for money. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $134
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from $138. The average price for this route is around $193. 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1486 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Charlotte route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Charlotte at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Houston to Charlotte 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 Houston to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Charlotte?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Charlotte?
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 Houston to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.
Best price found
01-26
$264
01-27
$264
Today
$264
01-29
$264
01-30
$181
01-31
$246
02-01
$177
02-02
$177
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $177
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $177 to $488 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $177 which is on 2026-02-01.
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 Houston, US to Charlotte, NC?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $177
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
