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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Charlotte Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | 5221 Brook Rd | 4127 Glenwood Dr | Fastest | |||||
 | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | |||||
 | Richmond (Main St Station Plaza) | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| 5221 Brook Rd | 4127 Glenwood Dr | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to CharlotteAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview
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Richmond to Charlotte Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Charlotte, NC
How far is Charlotte from Richmond by coach?
The journey from Richmond to Charlotte by coach covers an approximate distance of 248 miles (399 km).
Is there a way to reach Charlotte from Richmond without a car?
You can reach Charlotte from Richmond by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 22 Sept 2025 with a price of US$32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$32 to US$486 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$32, which is on 2025-09-22.
Usually Amtrak, Wanda Coach 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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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 Richmond to Charlotte.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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