Bus from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Expreso
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus CompanyFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
1491 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$138 - $610Average Duration1d 6h
37kg CO₂e
Average Price$284 - $451Average Duration1d 15h
136kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from $138. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Houston to Charlotte?

    The average bus travel time from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1491 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to Charlotte route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Charlotte?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Charlotte at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Charlotte?

    A bus trip from Houston to Charlotte generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Charlotte?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Charlotte?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
01-08
$272
01-09
$270
Today
$272
01-11
$267
01-12
$224
01-13
$199
01-14
$193
01-15
$192
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $192

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

You can expect to pay from $192 to $2,235 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $192 which is on 2026-01-15.

Usually Amtrak, Tornado Bus 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC?

busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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