Bus from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Charlotte on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda CoachBus
3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
4127 Glenwood DrCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Atlanta Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Atlanta Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Wanda CoachBus
3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
4127 Glenwood DrNo tags
Expreso + Tornado Bus
Bus
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
Tornado & El Expreso Bus CompanyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:31 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta 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 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
4h 30mAverage Duration
365 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$49 - $227Average Duration4h 30m
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$91 - $108Average Duration5h 37m
33kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta to Charlotte?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Charlotte start from $49. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Atlanta to Charlotte?

    The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Charlotte is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 365 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach, Tornado Bus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Charlotte at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from Atlanta to Charlotte generates an estimated 9 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 Atlanta to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.

Best price found
11-29
$141
11-30
$51
Today
$51
12-02
$51
12-03
$51
12-04
$49
12-05
$51
12-06
$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $230 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.

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