Cheap coach tickets from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY

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Coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY: Journey Information

There is one daily coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY. Travelling by coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY usually takes around 14 hours and 42 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 13 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance
281 mi (452 km)
Shortest duration
13h 5m
Cheapest price
£65.94
Trips per day
1
Most frequent service
FlixBus US
Coach lines
2

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Average score for coaches from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY (Based on 1 rating and review)

5.0

5.0

William

21 August 2019 - Visiting family

Greyhound
Pros: My return to Lexington Kentucky was vastly better than my trip to Charlotte NC was.
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How much is a coach ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY?

Coach tickets for a trip from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY cost about £66 when you book at the cheapest time, 28 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY by travel date

£105£70£35NovNov

If you're planning to travel by coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £66 to £103. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 13 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lexington, KY this week, coach tickets are available starting at £76.

Average coach ticket prices from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY by month

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Taking the coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY is usually cheapest in August, when the average ticket price is only £76. If you're planning to take the coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY during June, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £118. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £97.04 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one coach per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US114h 45m£100.37
Greyhound113h 50m£134.26
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY, and the average ticket for this route costs only £100.37.

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  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 coach trip from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Lexington, KY usually start from £114.12.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY

There is usually only one coach per day from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.

Trips per day

1

Direct trips

0

The coach takes an average of 14 hours and 42 minutes to cover the 281 miles from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY. However, the fastest coach only takes 13 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

281

Distance (km)

452

There is usually only one coach per day from Charlotte, NC to Lexington, KY. It leaves the station in Charlotte, NC at 12:55 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

Earliest coach

11:15am

Latest coach

12:55pm

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Tuesday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Charlotte

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A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban centre that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the NASCAR Hall of Fame also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city centre, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest coach station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering coach trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travellers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city centre.

Lexington

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Located at the heart of Bluegrass Country, Lexington is sometimes called the horse capital of the world for its thoroughbred stud farms. The second-largest city in Kentucky, Lexington was named after the battle of the American Revolutionary War, and it was founded just a year before the Declaration of Independence was signed.

The presence of some of the nation's brightest minds at the University of Kentucky has helped foster a cultured air and led Lexington to take another nickname, the Athens of the West.

Downtown Lexington remains the place to see and be seen, hosting many of the city's top hotels and a handful of grassroots distilleries. You’ll be happy to know that Lexington is the city with the second cheapest pint of beer on average, so plan to hit up some breweries. Slightly east lies the Gratz Park district, home to several important buildings, including Hunt-Morgan House. A relatively modest red brick structure by today's Lexington standards, it was built by the first millionaire west of the Allegheny Mountains.

Travel to and from Lexington couldn't be simpler, thanks to no less than 180 different coach routes. There's certainly little difficulty reaching the state capital Frankfort, the rock 'n' roll sounds of Memphis, or the laid-back vibes of New Orleans.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Charlotte, NC?

Main departure station: 518 W 4Th St

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The coach station at 518 W 4th St in Charlotte welcomes travellers on journeys to destinations including New York City, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. Both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines coach services operate from this station, and available inside the station are toilets, an ATM, and vending machines. Downtown Charlotte is within a few minutes’ walk, including Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. For those continuing their travels from Charlotte by train, the coach station is just 2 miles from Charlotte’s Amtrak station.

All coach stations in Charlotte, NC:

  • 518 W 4Th St

Where does the coach arrive in Lexington, KY?

Main arrival station: 477 W New Circle Rd NW

The Greyhound coach station in Lexington is located on W New Circle Road, near the Green Acres, Elkhorn Park, and Radcliffe neighbourhoods. It is about three miles from the centre of the city. The coach station has toilets and vending machines inside, but the station has limited hours; be prepared to wait for your coach outside or in one of the surrounding fast-food restaurants. Luckily, the station is in a strip mall that is also home to a bakery, pizza joint, Burger King, and a Family Dollar.

Coach stations in Lexington, KY:

  • 477 W New Circle Rd NW

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