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Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Macon to Charlotte. Traveling by bus from Macon to Charlotte usually takes around 7 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance230 mi (369 km)
Shortest duration6h 15m
Cheapest price€34.08
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines3

What bus companies travel from Macon to Charlotte?

There are 3 bus lines from Macon to Charlotte available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US67h 27m€89.73
Greyhound77h 31m€50.21
Southeastern Stages18h 0m€95.28
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 6 trips per day from Macon to Charlotte, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • 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 7 bus trips from Macon to Charlotte every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 31 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charlotte usually start from €34.

  • Book Southeastern Stages from Macon to Charlotte from €95. Typically there is one Southeastern Stages schedule per day from Macon to Charlotte and you can expect on average to pay for a Southeastern Stages ticket to Charlotte. In Macon, Southeastern Stages departs to Charlotte from 200 Cherry St . In Charlotte, Southeastern Stages arrives at Charlotte .

    An average trip on Southeastern Stages from Macon to Charlotte takes 8 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Southeastern Stages trip will get you to Charlotte in 6 hours and 15 minutes .

    On weekends, Southeastern Stages offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Charlotte.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 369 kilometers from Macon to Charlotte. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Because many passengers travel from Macon to Charlotte at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Macon to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Macon to Charlotte every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

City Information

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center 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 museum 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 center, 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 bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus 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. Travelers 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 center.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Macon?

Main departure station: Macon Terminal Station

Buses to Charlotte leave from 3 stations in Macon.

All bus stations in Macon:

  • Macon Terminal Station

  • 200 Cherry St

  • 4775 Chambers Rd

Where does the bus arrive in Charlotte?

519 W 4Th St - CLTUSJFL-0

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Main arrival station: 518 W 4Th St

The bus station at 518 W 4th St in Charlotte welcomes travelers on journeys to destinations including New York City, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. Both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines bus services operate from this station, and available inside the station are restrooms, 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 bus station is just 2 miles from Charlotte’s Amtrak station.

Bus stations in Charlotte:

  • 518 W 4Th St

  • 419 E 7th St

  • 3301-400 Freedom Dr

  • Charlotte

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