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Today31 Jul
from US$181
Tomorrow1 Aug
from US$116
Sat2 Aug
from US$109
Sun3 Aug
from US$113
Mon4 Aug
from US$100
Tue5 Aug
from US$102
Wed6 Aug
from US$102
Thu7 Aug
from US$96

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Charlotte (Freedom Dr)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$75 - US$298Average duration22h 25m
24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$166 - US$1,230Average duration1d 6h
86kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
22h 25mAverage duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$110
Average bus trip duration22h 25m
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance586 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Chicago to Charlotte Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Charlotte from Chicago by coach?

    The distance between Chicago and Charlotte by coach is approximately 587 miles (946 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Chicago to Charlotte without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$160
30/07
US$162
Today
US$171
01/08
US$113
02/08
US$102
03/08
US$105
04/08
US$93
05/08
US$94
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$93

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

You can expect to pay from US$93 to US$222 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$93, which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually Greyhound Lines, 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.

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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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Charlotte will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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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, NC?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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