How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Chicago?

The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Chicago is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 928 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Chicago?

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago?

A bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Chicago?

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 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Chicago?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Chicago?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Chicago?

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.

Bus Charlotte to Chicago from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 7h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 7h	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 9h	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 2h	2:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 45m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 7h	5:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 55m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 15m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 20m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 20m	3:55pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h	8:10pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 15m	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	3:15pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d	2:35pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 2h	11:35pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	19h 45m	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Fastest
	Bus	5:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 5m	12:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Chicago on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 15m	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 45m	8:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	22h 10m	8:25am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:20pm	Charlotte Bus Station	21h 55m	3:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 40m	11:30am	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:36 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

23h 40mAverage Duration

928 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $461	Average Duration23h 40m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$238 - $666	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Chicago?

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Visit page
B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Visit page
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Chicago by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Chicago start from $109. The average price for this route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Chicago is 23h 40m, covering a distance of 928 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Chicago at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Chicago generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Chicago?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Chicago?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Chicago?
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

01-26

$313

01-27

$212

Today

$269

01-29

$233

01-30

$233

01-31

$227

02-01

$165

02-02

$153

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Chicago was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $153

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

You can expect to pay from $153 to $358 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.