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TomorrowApr 27
from $201
SunApr 28
from $119
MonApr 29
from $99
TueApr 30
from $89
WedMay 1
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $201
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $240
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $297
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $270
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $252
Bus Chicago to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$125
Average bus trip duration22h 5m
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure2:00 AM
Distance579 miles (933 km)
Latest bus departure11:05 PM

Chicago to Charlotte Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures36
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00AM - 11:05PM
Minimum Price$89
Average Ticket Price$125
Minimum Trip Duration18h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration22h5m
Distance579 miles (933 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Charlotte

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are easy and sustainable ways to reach Charlotte. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

The travel time from Chicago to Charlotte is about 22h 5m, but you can get there in as little as 18h 20m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 587 miles (946 km) that separate the two cities.

About 587 miles (946 km) separate Chicago and Charlotte.

You can choose from 36 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Chicago to Charlotte may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Chicago to Charlotte a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 2:00 AM and ending at 11:05 PM.

If you're headed to Charlotte from Chicago, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. With prices starting at $78, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Chicago to Charlotte is $125. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $78 and $407, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Charlotte but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Charlotte, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Charlotte will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Charlotte.

Did you know?

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.

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 Chicago to Charlotte?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time22h 5mAvg Price$125Daily Departures36
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time1d 6hAvg Price$289Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Chicago and Charlotte is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $125 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $78. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlotte, choose the bus, as it will take you from Chicago to Charlotte in about 22h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Charlotte to Chicago

You can also go to Charlotte by train

Train from Chicago to Charlotte

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