United States
| Cheapest price | $60.00 |
| Shortest Duration | 11h 15m |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, $60.34 was the low point for bus fares from New York to Charlotte. Buses from Charlotte to New York are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than $60.34 could be considered a great deal.
The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 8 days in advance. By doing so, you could save $24.22 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
The bus usually takes around 12 hours and 52 minutes to cover the 531 miles (855 kilometers) from New York, NY to Charlotte, NC. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 15 minutes. The trip is definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable on the bus. It's a good idea to bring water and snacks.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Charlotte. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Charlotte every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 7 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 $101.00.
There are 3 bus lines from New York, New York to Charlotte, North Carolina. With 5 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 18h 32m | $81.37 |
| PandaNY Bus | 2 | 11h 23m | $60.00 |
| Wanda Coach | 2 | 11h 48m | $62.39 |
Buses to Charlotte leave from multiple locations in New York, New York. These are the 4 most popular bus stations:
Buses arrive in Charlotte at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with. These are the main bus stations in Charlotte, North Carolina:
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