Find coaches from Chicago to Charlotte, NC

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Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    		Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Downtown Greyhound Station
      		Charlotte Bus StationFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Downtown Greyhound Station
        		Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
        FlixBus
          		Downtown Greyhound Station
          		Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
            		Downtown Greyhound Station
            		Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charlotte

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            22bus per day
            22h 25mAverage duration
            946 kmDistance
            24kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$69 - US$362Average duration22h 25m
            24kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$171 - US$1 223Average duration1d 6h
            86kg CO₂e

            Bus Chicago to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$114
            Average bus trip duration22h 25m
            Number of daily buses22
            Earliest bus departure00:30
            Distance945 km
            Latest bus departure23:59

            Chicago to Charlotte Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Charlotte, NC

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlotte cost?

              The bus ticket price from Chicago to Charlotte starts at US$69. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to Charlotte 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Charlotte?

              The average travel time between Chicago and Charlotte is around 22h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 946 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Charlotte?

              The number of buses from Chicago to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Charlotte?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Charlotte?

              Buses travelling between Chicago and Charlotte leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            31/10
            US$180
            01/11
            US$165
            Today
            US$93
            03/11
            US$107
            04/11
            US$114
            05/11
            US$104
            06/11
            US$98
            07/11
            US$108
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$93

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

            You can expect to pay from US$93 to US$310 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$98, which is on 2025-11-06.

            Usually Greyhound 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.

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

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            9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

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

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