Bus from Charlotte, NC to Knoxville, TN: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Charlotte to Knoxville on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charlotte Bus Station
Knoxville Bus StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:29 PM EST.

Get from Charlotte to Knoxville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9hAverage Duration
283 kmDistance
7kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Knoxville, TN 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 Charlotte to Knoxville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Knoxville start from $73. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Charlotte to Knoxville?

    The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Knoxville is 9h, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Knoxville at 8:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Charlotte to Knoxville generates an estimated 7 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 Charlotte to Knoxville?

    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.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Knoxville?

    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 Charlotte to Knoxville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-28
$215
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12-01
$265
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Knoxville, TN was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $215

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 Knoxville, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $215 to $265 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Knoxville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $265 which is on 2025-12-01.

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