How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to Charlotte cost?

The bus ticket price from Rochester to Charlotte starts at R 1 186. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Rochester to Charlotte?

The average travel time between Rochester and Charlotte is around 22h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 926 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and Charlotte?

The number of buses from Rochester to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Charlotte?

When taking the bus from Rochester to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Charlotte?

Buses travelling between Rochester and Charlotte leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Bus Rochester to Charlotte from R 1 647 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Charlotte on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 1h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 7h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Charlotte on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:55	Rochester	22h 40m	17:35	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	21h 25m	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:20	Rochester	23h 25m	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	21h 25m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 1h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 50mAverage duration

924 kmDistance

84kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 186 - R 6 143	Average duration22h 40m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 231 - R 8 309	Average duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 84kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 311 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54 411 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Charlotte?

Stops in Rochester

A - Bus Station

B - U of R

C - Rochester Institute of Technology

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Rochester to Charlotte cost?
The bus ticket price from Rochester to Charlotte starts at R 1 186. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Rochester to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Rochester to Charlotte?
The average travel time between Rochester and Charlotte is around 22h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 20h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 926 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Rochester and Charlotte?
The number of buses from Rochester to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Rochester to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Rochester to Charlotte?
When taking the bus from Rochester to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Rochester to Charlotte?
Buses travelling between Rochester and Charlotte leave from Bus Station or U of R and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 3 049

13/11

R 2 716

Today

R 2 821

15/11

R 2 611

16/11

R 1 787

17/11

R 1 735

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No data

19/11

R 1 840

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 735

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 735 to R 3 364 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 735, which is on 2025-11-17.