Find coaches from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

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Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 6 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charlotte Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus
Charlotte Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$280Average duration16h
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$99 - US$278Average duration11h 37m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 11 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 37mAverage duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
66kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration16h
Number of daily buses42
Earliest bus departure01:10
Distance451 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Charlotte to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlotte, NC - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What's the distance between Charlotte and Philadelphia by coach?

    The journey from Charlotte to Philadelphia by coach covers an approximate distance of 451 miles (727 km).

  2. How can I travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/09
US$104
01/10
US$95
Today
US$127
03/10
US$125
04/10
US$90
05/10
US$66
06/10
US$74
07/10
US$72
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 5 Oct 2025 with a price of US$66

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$66 to US$226 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$66, which is on 2025-10-05.

Usually Greyhound, FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charlotte and Philadelphia!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Philadelphia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charlotte to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA?

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