Find coaches from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC

Next departures

Next departures from Raleigh to Charlotte on 21 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Raleigh Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
CoachRun
3200 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Queen City DrFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Raleigh Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Raleigh (New Bern Ave)
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Raleigh Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$122Average duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$34 - US$34Average duration3h 10m
19kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Raleigh to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
3h 10mAverage duration
US$34Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Raleigh to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34
Average bus trip duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance132 miles
Latest bus departure21:25

Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Charlotte.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Raleigh to Charlotte from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Charlotte from Raleigh, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Raleigh - Charlotte, NC

  1. How far is Charlotte from Raleigh by coach?

    The journey from Raleigh to Charlotte by coach covers an approximate distance of 130 miles (209 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Raleigh to Charlotte without a car?

    You can reach Charlotte from Raleigh by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/09
US$114
19/09
US$50
Today
US$28
21/09
US$27
22/09
US$26
23/09
US$24
24/09
US$24
25/09
US$24
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$114 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-09-23.

Usually FlixBus 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Raleigh to Charlotte but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Raleigh to Charlotte, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Raleigh to Charlotte.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Raleigh to Charlotte while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

Will you be returning to Raleigh by bus?

Bus from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh

You can also go to Charlotte, NC by train

Train from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC

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