Find coaches from New York City to Charlotte, NC

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Charlotte on 12 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CoachRun
Chinatown - E Broadway
Queen City DrCheapest
Wanda Coach
103 Canal St
4127 Glenwood DrFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New York Port Authority
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$46 - US$251Average duration14h 55m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$101 - US$401Average duration13h 52m
78kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

59bus per day
14h 55mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$82
Average bus trip duration14h 55m
Number of daily buses59
Earliest bus departure00:50
Distance541 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Charlotte Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York City 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 York City to Charlotte will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New York City to Charlotte, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Charlotte from New York City by coach?

    The distance between New York City and Charlotte by coach is approximately 531 miles (856 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching 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
09/10
US$78
10/10
US$86
Today
US$68
12/10
US$79
13/10
US$97
14/10
US$81
15/10
US$66
16/10
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 16 Oct 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$250 for a bus ticket from New York City to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-10-16.

Usually FlixBus, Wanda Coach 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.

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 York City and Charlotte!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to Charlotte that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York City to Charlotte, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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