How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Houston start from $137. The average price for this route is around $235. 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 Houston?

The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Houston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1486 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 16m and is operated by Tornado Bus .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Tornado Bus , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Houston at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Charlotte to Houston generates an estimated 37 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 Houston?

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 87463 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

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

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 Houston?

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.

Bus Charlotte to Houston from $143 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 55m	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 2h	2:15pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
	Bus	12:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	1d 1h	12:40pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 4h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	20h 55m	7:10am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 9h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 9h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 1h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	1d 1h	12:40pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:55am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	1d 9h	3:30pm	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 1h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	4:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 9h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 18
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	1d	12:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 1h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	1d 1h	12:40pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Houston on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	11:15am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 8h	7:00pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	Cheapest
	Bus	1:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	17h 16m	5:16am	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	1d 1h	1:25am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	23h 30m	11:20am	Houston Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	12:00pm	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	1d 1h	12:40pm	Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

1486 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$137 - $836	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$283 - $389	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Houston?

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
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D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
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E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
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Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
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C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,497 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87497 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $137

Greyhound Charlotte Houston recent customer reviews

Some staff are very rude, and the transfer time is very bad I hate waiting to much never again with greyhound

Elsa P.

March 10, 2018

Worst experience ever

Carlos B.

February 18, 2023

Need to keep the time for arrival accurate

Clarence F.

September 11, 2022

Tornado Bus

3/5170 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi4.1

FlixBus

3.5/512,026 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Houston start from $137. The average price for this route is around $235. 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 Houston?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Houston is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1486 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 16m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Houston at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Houston?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Houston generates an estimated 37 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 Houston?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Houston?
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 Houston?
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

01-10

$360

01-11

$258

Today

$271

01-13

$191

01-14

$198

01-15

$221

01-16

$251

01-17

$222

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $191

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $191 to $365 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $191 which is on 2026-01-13.

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.