How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Lafayette?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Lafayette start at R 2 215. The average price for this route is around R 3 304. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charlotte to Lafayette?

The average bus journey time from Charlotte to Lafayette is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 1180 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Lafayette route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Lafayette?

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Lafayette at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Lafayette?

A bus trip from Charlotte to Lafayette produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Lafayette?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Lafayette?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charlotte to Lafayette?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Lafayette?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charlotte to Lafayette from R 2 402 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Lafayette on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:20	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 25m	16:45	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Cheapest
	Bus	12:00	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	15h	02:00	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:55	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 15m	21:10	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 5m	06:55	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	15h 10m	03:10	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:04 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

21h 10mAverage duration

1180 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 215 - R 5 205	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 492 - R 23 061	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 108kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Lafayette?

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
Visit page
B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Visit page
C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
Visit page
B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Tornado Bus

3/5158 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.8

FlixBus

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Lafayette start at R 2 215. The average price for this route is around R 3 304. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charlotte to Lafayette?
The average bus journey time from Charlotte to Lafayette is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 1180 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Lafayette at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Lafayette produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Lafayette?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Lafayette?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charlotte to Lafayette?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Lafayette?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, 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

13/12

No data

14/12

R 2 783

Today

No data

16/12

R 2 402

17/12

No data

18/12

No data

19/12

No data

20/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 402

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 402 to R 4 408 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 402, which is on 2025-12-16.