Bus Tickets from Portland, ME to Charlotte, NC

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Charlotte

Bus
Average PriceUS$191 - US$286Average Duration22h 35m
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$208 - US$289Average Duration21h 12m
118kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Portland to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 21 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
21h 12mAverage Duration
US$208Cheapest ticket
118kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portland, ME to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$249
Average Bus Trip Duration22h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:45pm
Distance1304 km

Portland to Charlotte Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Portland to Charlotte.

Bus service from Portland to Charlotte will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Portland to Charlotte, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, ME - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Portland from Charlotte?

    The distance between Portland and Charlotte is around 1306 km (810 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station Portland Maine, in Portland, and end it at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, in Charlotte.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Portland to Charlotte that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Portland to Charlotte, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Portland, ME by bus?

Bus from Portland, ME to Charlotte, NC

You can also go to Charlotte, NC by train

Train from Portland, ME to Charlotte, NC

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