Bus from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 26 January
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
Cheapest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Gray & Smith
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 27 January
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 28 January
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 29 January
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
Cheapest
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
Fastest
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 30 January
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby
Charlotte Bus Station
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 31 January
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus Station
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:34 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston 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 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 633, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 87517 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 R 1 641
Based on 173 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tornado Bus ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 290
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 5 815
Based on 12150 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 R 1 559
Based on 39 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the value for money. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 583
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Charlotte start at R 1 633. The average price for this route is around R 2 349. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Charlotte?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1496 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Charlotte route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Charlotte at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Houston to Charlotte produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston to Charlotte?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
24/01
R 3 129
25/01
R 2 338
Today
R 3 129
27/01
R 3 129
28/01
R 3 013
29/01
R 2 075
30/01
R 2 141
31/01
R 3 013
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 075
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 075 to R 4 742 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 075, which is on 2026-01-29.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 075
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
