How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Charlotte start from $113. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Charlotte?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Charlotte is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1036 miles (1671 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Charlotte?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Charlotte at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Charlotte?

A bus trip from Austin to Charlotte generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin to Charlotte?

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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Charlotte?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Charlotte?

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.

Bus Austin to Charlotte from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Charlotte on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:00pm	Downtown Austin	1d 8h	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	9:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	6:00pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Charlotte on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 2h	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	9:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 6h	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	6:00pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Charlotte on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Downtown Austin	1d 7h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 2h	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	9:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 4h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Charlotte on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 20h	6:00pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 5h	9:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 8h	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 9h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 8h	11:35pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

1036 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$113 - $409	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$290 - $2,135	Average Duration2d 16h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Charlotte?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
Visit page
B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Visit page
C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,486 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,948 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/538 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.8

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Charlotte start from $113. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Charlotte?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Charlotte is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1036 miles (1671 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Charlotte at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Austin to Charlotte generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Charlotte?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Charlotte?
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

01/04

$295

01/05

$222

Today

$297

01/07

$172

01/08

$160

01/09

$171

01/10

No data

01/11

$176

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $160

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

You can expect to pay from $160 to $297 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2026-01-08.