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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Rochester | Charlotte Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Rochester | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Rochester | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Rochester | Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Charlotte
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Charlotte?
Stops in Rochester
- A186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
- BRush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
- C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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)
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Charlotte start from $131. The average price for this route is around $222. 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Rochester to Charlotte is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 925 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rochester to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Charlotte at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Rochester to Charlotte 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Charlotte?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company New York Trailways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rochester to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, 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 Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $163To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $163 to $518 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
