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Cheap buses leaving today

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11:55PM
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12:55PM
Charlotte - Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Philadelphia - Spring Garden Street
Cheapest
Fastest
11:55PM
20h40m
8:35PM
Charlotte - Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
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Philadelphia - Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
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1:20PM
17h15m
6:35AM
Charlotte - Charlotte Bus Station
Philadelphia - Spring Garden Street
9:30PM
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Charlotte - Charlotte Bus Station
Philadelphia - Spring Garden Street
1:20PM
14h25m
3:45AM
Charlotte - Charlotte Bus Station
Philadelphia - Spring Garden Street
Bus Charlotte to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Bus Charlotte to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$77
Average bus trip duration15h 35m
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure12:20 AM
Distance456 miles (735 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

Charlotte to Philadelphia Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures36
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:20AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$61
Average Ticket Price$77
Minimum Trip Duration11h50m
Average Bus Trip Duration15h35m
Distance456 miles (735 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charlotte - Philadelphia

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most practical and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is about 15h 35m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 11h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 451 miles (727 km) that separate the two cities.

Charlotte and Philadelphia are 451 miles (727 km) apart.

About 36 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses running from Charlotte to Philadelphia may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 12:20 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:55 PM for the final departure.

Most of the buses traveling from Charlotte to Philadelphia leave from Charlotte Douglas International Airport and arrive at Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $54, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The bus ticket costs $77 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $54 and $250, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Independence Hall, The Barnes Foundation, Liberty Bell, Please Touch Museum and Reading Terminal Market.

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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Philadelphia will emit less CO2 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 travelers 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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time15h 35mAvg Price$77Daily Departures36
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time10h 45mAvg Price$136Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Charlotte and Philadelphia is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $77 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $54. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, choose the bus, as it will take you from Charlotte to Philadelphia in about 10h 45m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Charlotte by bus?

Bus from Philadelphia to Charlotte

You can also go to Philadelphia by train

Train from Charlotte to Philadelphia

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