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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lafayette Transit System | Charlotte Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Lafayette Transit System | Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | TA Travel Center - Lafayette | Charlotte (Freedom Dr) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Charlotte
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Charlotte?
Stops in Lafayette
- A1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
- B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501 - C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - 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)
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lafayette, LA 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Charlotte start from $103. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Lafayette to Charlotte?
The average bus trip duration from Lafayette to Charlotte is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 732 miles (1180 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 39m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Charlotte at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Charlotte generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lafayette 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Lafayette to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Lafayette to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tornado Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $110To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lafayette, LA to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $110 to $245 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2025-11-29.
Usually Tornado Bus 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette, LA to Charlotte, NC?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
