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Jacksonville to Charlotte Bus Schedule
Bus from Jacksonville to Charlotte: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Jacksonville to Charlotte. Traveling by bus from Jacksonville to Charlotte usually takes around 9 hours and 52 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 196 mi (315 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 20m |
| Cheapest price | €28.79 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Jacksonville to Charlotte?
Bus tickets for a trip from Jacksonville to Charlotte cost €35.23 on average. Tickets cheaper than €35.23 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Jacksonville to Charlotte by travel date
Bus tickets from Jacksonville to Charlotte are expected to cost between €30 and €50 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 €34. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €39.35 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Jacksonville to Charlotte?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Jacksonville to Charlotte. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 9h 53m | €43.63 |
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 2 bus trips from Jacksonville to Charlotte every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charlotte usually start from €29.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Jacksonville to Charlotte
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 196 miles from Jacksonville to Charlotte. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 20 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Jacksonville to Charlotte 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, 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 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Jacksonville to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Jacksonville to Charlotte. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Jacksonville, NC to Charlotte, NC; ticket prices start at €83.45.
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 Jacksonville?
Main departure station: Jacksonville, North Carolina
Most buses depart from the main station in Jacksonville.
All bus stations in Jacksonville:
Jacksonville, North Carolina
Where does the bus arrive in Charlotte?
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Link to image attributionMain 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, D.C., 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.
All bus stations in Charlotte:
518 W 4Th St
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