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Gainesville to Charlotte Bus Schedule
Bus from Gainesville to Charlotte: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Gainesville to Charlotte. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Charlotte usually takes around 7 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 181 mi (291 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 35m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 290.49 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Tornado Bus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Charlotte?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Gainesville to Charlotte that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tornado Bus usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 6h 21m | NOK 487.21 |
| Tornado Bus | 3 | 18h 23m | NOK 1,530.49 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 bus trips from Gainesville to Charlotte every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 21 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charlotte usually start from NOK 290.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Gainesville to Charlotte
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 181 miles from Gainesville to Charlotte. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Gainesville 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Gainesville to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Gainesville to Charlotte. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gainesville, GA to Charlotte, NC; ticket prices start at NOK 530.57.
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 Gainesville?
Main departure station: Gainesville Atlanta Hwy
Gainesville has two bus stations with service to Charlotte.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Gainesville Atlanta Hwy
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Where does the bus arrive in Charlotte?
Main arrival station: 4705 N Tryon St.
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Charlotte.
All bus stations in Charlotte:
4705 N Tryon St.
518 W 4Th St
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