Bus Tickets from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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TodayAug 4
from US$138
TomorrowAug 5
from US$97
WedAug 6
from US$92
ThuAug 7
from US$103
FriAug 8
from US$105
SatAug 9
from US$90
SunAug 10
from US$106
MonAug 11
from US$97

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 5 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 5 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 6 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 5 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 5 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$75 - US$224Average Duration16h 21m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$99 - US$278Average Duration12h 15m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 15mAverage Duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
66kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$89
Average Bus Trip Duration16h 21m
Number of daily buses38
Earliest bus departure1:10am
Distance727 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

Charlotte to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How far is Charlotte from Philadelphia?

    The distance between Charlotte and Philadelphia is approximately 727 km (451 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    Buses departing from Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company in Charlotte will take you to Philadelphia Airport in Philadelphia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-02
US$133
08-03
US$129
Today
US$111
08-05
US$89
08-06
US$85
08-07
US$95
08-08
US$98
08-09
US$82
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$82

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 US$82 to US$285 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 US$82 which is on 2025-08-09.

Usually FlixBus Inc. will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 travellers 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, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charlotte, NC by bus?

Bus from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

You can also go to Philadelphia, PA by train

Train from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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