Bus from Charlotte, NC to Columbus, GA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Columbus on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charlotte Bus Station
Columbus, GA (Bus Station)CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:24 PM EST.

Get from Charlotte to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
8h 55mAverage duration
488 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Columbus, GA by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Columbus?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Columbus start at R 1 183. The average price for this route is around R 1 558. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Charlotte to Columbus?

    The average bus journey time from Charlotte to Columbus is 8h 55m, covering a distance of 488 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Columbus route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Columbus?

    The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Columbus at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Columbus?

    A bus trip from Charlotte to Columbus produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Columbus?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Columbus?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charlotte to Columbus?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Columbus?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
06/12
R 1 660
07/12
R 1 617
Today
R 1 092
09/12
No data
10/12
No data
11/12
No data
12/12
R 1 215
13/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Columbus, GA was searched and found on 08 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 092

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 092 to R 2 027 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Columbus, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 215, which is on 2025-12-12.

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