Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | ||||
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| Charlotte Bus Station | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) |
Get from Charlotte to Reading
The journey takes about 15 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US 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 Charlotte to Reading?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Reading start from CHF 61. The average price for this route is around CHF 84. 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 Charlotte to Reading?
The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Reading is 15h 55m, covering a distance of 443 miles (714 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Reading route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Reading?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Reading at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Reading?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Reading generates an estimated 17.833949999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of CHF 72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 72 to CHF 89 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Reading, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 73 which is on 2026-09-11.
