How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from $88. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 Philadelphia?

The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 728 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Philadelphia at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

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 Charlotte to Philadelphia?

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 Charlotte to Philadelphia from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 5m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	15h 6m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	15h 6m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 15m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 20m	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 5m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 25m	1:50pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 46m	11:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 5m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 30m	10:40pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 50m	1:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 30m	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	16h 5m	3:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 40m	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 11 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $139, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 11mAverage Duration

723 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$88 - $515	Average Duration16h 21m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$139 - $1,056	Average Duration11h 11m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Philadelphia?

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)

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,791 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11791 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 WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $91

FlixBus Charlotte Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Leticia Galvan

Leticia G.

January 3, 2024

Air quality wasn't good for the temperature at the time. No wifi as indicated.

Edwin K.

August 8, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,457 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87457 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 WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $88

Greyhound Charlotte Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The ride was fine but the drivers tended to be very rude. It was my first time having transfers and I wasn’t sure where my next bus was and didn’t want to get lost, miss or get on the wrong bus they gave little to no help.

Brittny S.

July 20, 2023

Upon arriving gray hound canceled my trip and wanted to charge me 100 dollars over the price I booked the trip for

Kip D.

January 22, 2018

The bus driver was nice to

Carolyn B.

September 6, 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from $88. The average price for this route is around $122. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 16h 21m, covering a distance of 728 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 43 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Philadelphia at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
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 Charlotte to Philadelphia?
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

12-26

$178

12-27

$199

Today

$211

12-29

$181

12-30

$162

12-31

$146

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $146

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

You can expect to pay from $146 to $328 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $146 which is on 2025-12-31.