Bus from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Austin to Charlotte on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags
GreyhoundBus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Downtown Austin
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Austin South Congress
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Austin South Congress
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
1671 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$164 - $499Average Duration1d 7h
42kg CO₂e
Average Price$591 - $1,038Average Duration2d 16h
152kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Charlotte?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Charlotte start from $164. The average price for this route is around $233. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to Charlotte?

    The average bus travel time from Austin to Charlotte is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1671 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to Charlotte route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Charlotte?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to Charlotte at 2:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Charlotte?

    A bus trip from Austin to Charlotte generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Austin to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87393 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Charlotte?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-26
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11-27
$180
Today
$231
11-29
$646
11-30
No data
12-01
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12-02
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12-03
$269
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $180

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $180 to $646 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $269 which is on 2025-12-03.

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