Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from New York to Charlotte during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the bus or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

"Because many passengers travel from New York 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."

Question 3

What bus companies travel from New York to Charlotte?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 bus lines from New York to Charlotte available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 25 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:

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from New York to Charlotte?

Accepted Answer

€41.44 is the average price of a bus ticket from New York to Charlotte. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 5

How many bus schedules are there most days?

Accepted Answer

There are 48 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Charlotte every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Charlotte; ticket prices start at €69.42.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride from New York to Charlotte?

Accepted Answer

The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 46 minutes to cover the 855 kilometers from New York to Charlotte. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 45 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.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave New York?

Accepted Answer

The first bus leaves at 01:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from New York to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 8

Get around town with Moovit

Accepted Answer

Download Moovit to see all of your local transit options in Charlotte. Download here

Question 9

Where does the bus arrive in Charlotte?

Accepted Answer

Buses arrive in Charlotte at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Question 10

Where does the bus leave from in New York?

Accepted Answer

Buses to Charlotte leave from 6 stations in New York.

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to €49.02.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Bus tickets from New York to Charlotte are expected to cost between  and  over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Charlotte within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from . Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.

Question 13

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

Bus tickets from New York to Charlotte are at their cheapest average price in . This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around . On the other hand, traveling on this route during  might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for  trips cost , on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Question 14

Need a return trip from Charlotte to New York?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.