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There are usually 3 daily train trips available from Richmond to Charlotte.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceHRK 448.95 | Avg. PriceHRK 966.86 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips10 | Daily Trips3 |
Duration | Duration6h 33m | Duration14h 39m |
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Richmond to Charlotte. Traveling by bus from Richmond to Charlotte usually takes around 6 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest TransportAzumah bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 248 mi (399 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 15m |
| Cheapest price | HRK 212.62 |
| Trips per day | 12 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 6 |
Average score for buses from Richmond to Charlotte
(Based on 4 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Easy boarding with the QR code. Easy bag loading. Smooth ride. Left close to time and arrived on time. Cons: The driver was hard to understand when announcing stops. Tips: The departure was across the street from the Richmond Main Street station in the parking lot. It may have been because of the time. I left at 12:40am. Bring headphones because some travelers can get loud. There was a guy talking very loudly on the phone for hours.
Bus tickets for a trip from Richmond to Charlotte cost HRK 380.06 on average. Tickets cheaper than HRK 380.06 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.
Bus tickets from Richmond to Charlotte are expected to cost between HRK 380 and HRK 537 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 HRK 380. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the 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 16 days in advance. This way, you can save up to HRK 113.22 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are 6 bus lines from Richmond to Charlotte available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CoachRun | 1 | 5h 45m | HRK 274.64 |
| FlixBus US | 6 | 6h 37m | HRK 370.05 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 7h 19m | HRK 343.79 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 7h 30m | HRK 1,147.85 |
| TransportAzumah | 1 | 5h 15m | HRK 289.83 |
| Wanda Coach | 2 | 5h 31m | HRK 654.83 |
Book CoachRun from Richmond to Charlotte from HRK 236. Typically there is one CoachRun schedule per day from Richmond to Charlotte and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to Charlotte. In Richmond, CoachRun departs to Charlotte from 900 W. Leigh St . In Charlotte, CoachRun arrives at 3302 Queen City Dr .
An average trip on CoachRun from Richmond to Charlotte takes 5 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available CoachRun trip will get you to Charlotte in 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Charlotte.
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 Richmond to Charlotte, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 6 bus trips from Richmond to Charlotte every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 19 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charlotte usually start from HRK 213.
Book TransportAzumah from Richmond to Charlotte from HRK 288. Typically there is one TransportAzumah schedule per day from Richmond to Charlotte and you can expect on average to pay for a TransportAzumah ticket to Charlotte. In Richmond, TransportAzumah departs to Charlotte from Plaza at Main St Station - 1500 E Main St . In Charlotte, TransportAzumah arrives at 7717 England St .
An average trip on TransportAzumah from Richmond to Charlotte takes 5 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, TransportAzumah offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Charlotte.
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 2 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from HRK 655 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Richmond and Charlotte.
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 248 miles from Richmond to Charlotte. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Charlotte at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Richmond to Charlotte, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Richmond to Charlotte every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 12 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 Richmond to Charlotte; ticket prices start at HRK 288.13.
As one of the most historically significant cities in the U.S., Richmond is a top-tier destination for not just fans of history but also culturally-inclined travelers. The premier tourist attraction of the city is the Virginia State Capitol, which features a unique architecture partially designed by Thomas Jefferson himself. For those who want to enjoy a cultural experience, the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is worth checking out, as it houses five exquisitely beautiful Fabergé eggs, along with works by Degas, Cézanne, and Renoir. If you wish to retreat from the concrete jungle, the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is a great alternative.
Richmond’s diverse community has had a huge influence on its food scene. Croaker's Spot is a famous restaurant that serves some of the best seafood around. Richmond is also the home to a burgeoning craft beer scene, and there are as many as 30 brands in the city. Some of the local favorites include Hardywood, The Veil Brewing Co., and The Answer Brewpub.
Richmond is a major hub for bus travel, and visitors can catch buses that go to cities like Washington, D.C., New York and Raleigh on a daily basis. The city boasts two Amtrak train stations that provide regular service to Washington, D.C., New York City and beyond. The principal one is the Main Street Station, which is located right in the heart of downtown Richmond. The main airport is the Richmond International Airport, 7 miles southeast of the city.
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.
Buses to Charlotte leave from 5 stations in Richmond.
Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
5221 Brook Rd
El Rey Supermarket
900 W. Leigh St
Plaza at Main St Station - 1500 E Main St
Image credit: City Dweller 2
Link to image attributionThe 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.
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3302 Queen City Dr
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