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Cheap coach tickets from Charlotte to Petersburg
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Coach from Charlotte to Petersburg: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Charlotte to Petersburg. Travelling by coach from Charlotte to Petersburg usually takes around 8 hours and 7 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 236 mi (380 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 35m
- Cheapest price
- £33.42
- Trips per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Coach lines
- 2
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Charlotte to Petersburg Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Charlotte to Petersburg?
There is usually 1 daily train trip from Charlotte to Petersburg.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£48.92Cheaper | Avg. Price£62.60 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration8h 7m | Duration7h 34mFaster |
There are several coach options that can take you from Charlotte to Petersburg:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Charlotte to Petersburg?
Coach tickets for a trip from Charlotte to Petersburg cost about £38 when you book at the cheapest time, 9 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £38 are an excellent bargain. 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 Petersburg by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Charlotte to Petersburg in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £39 to £94. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 19 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Petersburg this week, coach tickets are available starting at £39.
Average coach ticket prices from Charlotte to Petersburg by month
Taking the coach from Charlotte to Petersburg is usually cheapest in October, when the average ticket price is only £41. If you're planning to take the coach from Charlotte to Petersburg during March, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £54. 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 9 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £58.53 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Charlotte to Petersburg?
There are two coach lines that have daily service from Charlotte to Petersburg that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 8h 3m | £46.26 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 10h 9m | £139.05 |
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 4 coach trips from Charlotte to Petersburg every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 3 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Petersburg usually start from £33.42.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Charlotte to Petersburg
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Charlotte to Petersburg 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. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charlotte to Petersburg; ticket prices start at £39.
Trips per day
4
Direct trips
3
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 7 minutes to cover the 236 miles from Charlotte to Petersburg. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 35 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)
236
Distance (km)
380
The first coach leaves at 1:45 and the last coach leaves at 21:50. To see the times for all coaches from Charlotte to Petersburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
1:45am
Latest coach
9:50pm
Because many passengers travel from Charlotte to Petersburg at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Saturday
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.
Petersburg
Petersburg has a population of 30,791 people and is a suburb of Richmond. There are numerous parks in Petersburg, perfect for the families who live there and visitors looking for some time outdoors.
Petersburg National Battle Park is one of the must-see destinations, with guided tours through the park complete with stories and facts about the area's history. The tour guide will drive you through the park, making stops to tell the tales of what happened at that specific stop. You can also walk through the park yourself or swing by the museum for more info.
Most locals take coaches from Charlotte to Petersburg, but coach lines are also available from San Marcos, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Amtrak also has several lines to the city, including the Silver Service, Northeast Regional, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which come to Petersburg from cities such as Richmond, Washington D.C., Lincoln, and Philadelphia.
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
- 4705 N Tryon St.
Where does the coach arrive in Petersburg?
Main arrival station: 100 W Washington St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Petersburg.
Coach stations in Petersburg:
- 100 W Washington St
- Adriana's Mini Market
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