How much does a bus ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia cost?

The bus ticket price from Charlotte to Philadelphia starts at US$68. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The average travel time between Charlotte and Philadelphia is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 727 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Charlotte and Philadelphia?

The number of buses from Charlotte to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

When taking the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

Buses travelling between Charlotte and Philadelphia leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company or Charlotte Douglas International Airport and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Bus Charlotte to Philadelphia from US$64 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 6m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 30m	10:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 15m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:05	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	15h 40m	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	14:00	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 15m	01:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	01:10	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	17h 40m	15:10	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	01:10	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 35m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	01:30	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 30m	14:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	01:10	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	18:05	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	15h 1m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 6m	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:30	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 20m	13:50	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 15m	06:45	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	14:00	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 15m	02:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:30	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	15:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	23:59	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	05:20	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	00:40	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:40	Charlotte Bus Station	13h 35m	01:15	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	01:10	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 11 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

11h 37mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$68 - US$255	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$99 - US$320	Average duration11h 37m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Bus Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$89

Average bus trip duration16h

Number of daily buses49

Earliest bus departure01:05

Distance712 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 127 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11127 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 US$68

FlixBus Charlotte Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Leticia Galvan

Leticia G.

3 January 2024

Air quality wasn't good for the temperature at the time. No wifi as indicated.

Edwin K.

8 August 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 344 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87344 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 US$68

Greyhound Charlotte Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The ride was fine but the drivers tended to be very rude. It was my first time having transfers and I wasn’t sure where my next bus was and didn’t want to get lost, miss or get on the wrong bus they gave little to no help.

Brittny S.

20 July 2023

Upon arriving gray hound canceled my trip and wanted to charge me 100 dollars over the price I booked the trip for

Kip D.

22 January 2018

The bus driver was nice to

Carolyn B.

6 September 2017

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Charlotte to Philadelphia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Philadelphia?

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Philadelphia, PA

How much does a bus ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from Charlotte to Philadelphia starts at US$68. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
The average travel time between Charlotte and Philadelphia is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 727 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Charlotte and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from Charlotte to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
Buses travelling between Charlotte and Philadelphia leave from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company or Charlotte Douglas International Airport and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/10

US$104

30/10

US$146

Today

US$104

01/11

US$98

02/11

US$117

03/11

US$82

04/11

US$77

05/11

US$77

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$77

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$252 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually FlixBus 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 Charlotte and Philadelphia!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Philadelphia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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 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.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time16h	Avg priceUS$89	Daily departures49
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time11h 37m	Avg priceUS$148	Daily departures2

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