Find coaches from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Charlotte on 17 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$73 - US$206Average duration18h 50m
26kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$145 - US$487Average duration18h 56m
95kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
18h 50mAverage duration
US$73Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$109
Average bus trip duration18h 50m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure05:10
Distance648 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

New Orleans to Charlotte Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New Orleans to Charlotte. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from New Orleans to Charlotte will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Charlotte from New Orleans, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Charlotte from New Orleans by coach?

    The distance between New Orleans and Charlotte by coach is approximately 649 miles (1046 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Charlotte from New Orleans without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/10
US$134
12/10
US$150
Today
US$149
14/10
US$144
15/10
US$74
16/10
US$105
17/10
US$97
18/10
US$71
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 18 Oct 2025 with a price of US$71

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

You can expect to pay from US$71 to US$206 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$71, which is on 2025-10-18.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New Orleans and Charlotte!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to Charlotte, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New Orleans to Charlotte.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from New Orleans to Charlotte.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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