Cheap coach tickets from Charlotte to Columbus
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Coach from Charlotte to Columbus: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Charlotte to Columbus. Travelling by coach from Charlotte to Columbus usually takes around 11 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 5 minutes.
- Distance
- 348 mi (560 km)
- Shortest duration
- 10h 5m
- Cheapest price
- £45.20
- Trips per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus US
- Coach lines
- 3
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Charlotte to Columbus Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Charlotte to Columbus:
- Barons Bus Lines: 2 daily coaches from £58
- FlixBus US: 3 daily coaches from £127
- Greyhound: 1 daily coach from £45
How much is a coach ticket from Charlotte to Columbus?
Coach tickets for a trip from Charlotte to Columbus cost about £47 when you book at the cheapest time, 7 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 to Columbus by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Charlotte to Columbus in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £47 to £67. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Columbus this week, coach tickets are available starting at £47.
Average coach ticket prices from Charlotte to Columbus by month
Taking the coach from Charlotte to Columbus is usually cheapest in August, when the average ticket price is only £73. If you're planning to take the coach from Charlotte to Columbus during June, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £99. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 7 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £43.53 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Charlotte to Columbus?
There are 3 coach lines from Charlotte to Columbus available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Barons Bus Lines offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily coach timetable.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 2 | 11h 3m | £60.53 |
| FlixBus US | 3 | 23h | £172.03 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 10h 32m | £55.59 |
Barons Bus Lines is a ground transport company that serves various cities across the Midwest. The company follows through on its slogan of “ride like royalty” with a fleet of modern coaches boasting enhanced amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, ADA accessible steps, and spacious bathrooms. With a reputation for skilled drivers, top-notch safety, and stellar customer service, it's no wonder Barons Bus won the 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for #1 Business Travellers' Favourite.
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 3 trips per day from Charlotte to Columbus, and the average ticket for this route costs only £172.03.






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 to Columbus every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbus usually start from £45.20.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Charlotte to Columbus
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Charlotte to Columbus every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
4
Direct trips
3
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 348 miles from Charlotte to Columbus. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 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)
348
Distance (km)
560
The first coach leaves at 2:50 and the last coach leaves at 23:35. To see the times for all coaches from Charlotte to Columbus, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
2:50am
Latest coach
11:35pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Charlotte to Columbus for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Columbus, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Charlotte



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.
Columbus



Brimming with life and cultural events, Columbus is the affordable destination of your dreams! Featuring a budding art scene, Columbus attracts art lovers through the exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts where children and adults alike can indulge in thought-provoking artworks. Fans of sports should not miss out on a baseball game at Huntington Park, which offers reasonably-priced tickets; it is also rarely crowded. For those who simply want to stroll about, the German Village offers a quaint and scenic view rarely seen elsewhere.
As the sun goes down, dig deeper into the German heritage of Columbus by enjoying a traditional schnitzel dish at the Schmidt's Restaurant and Sausage Haus. When you are looking for a quick snack, Bodega serves some of the best sandwiches in town, and there are up to 47 varieties of craft beers for you to choose from.
Columbus’ busiest coach station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity coach trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. Columbus has had no passenger trains since 1979, when its Union Station was demolished, so the nearest Amtrak trains, such as the Lake Shore Limited and the Capitol Limited, stop in other Ohio cities. The local airport, the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is located on the east side of the city, 6 miles east of Downtown. It provides access to 31 other airports.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Charlotte?
Main departure station: 518 W 4Th St

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:
- 518 W 4Th St
Where does the coach arrive in Columbus?
Main arrival station: Columbus (E Mound St)
Coaches arrive in Columbus at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are travelling with.
Coach stations in Columbus:
- Columbus (E Mound St)
- 845 N Wilson Rd
- Columbus (E Mound St)
- 100 E Rich St
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