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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | Winston-salem, (NC - Tienda Mexican El Crystal) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | Winston-salem, (NC - Tienda Mexican El Crystal) | No tags | ||||
Expreso + Tornado Bus | Bus | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | Winston-salem, (NC - Tienda Mexican El Crystal) | No tags |
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Get from Charlotte to Winston-Salem
The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Winston-Salem?
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)
Stops in Winston-Salem
- A
Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station
100 W 5th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101 - B
E Sprague St
841 E Sprague St, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA - C
Winston-Salem Bus Stop
2500 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA - D
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem, NC 27127 (Hong Kong King Buffet)
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Winston-Salem start from $30. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Winston-Salem?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Winston-Salem is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 111 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Winston-Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Winston-Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Winston-Salem at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 2:29pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Winston-Salem?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Winston-Salem generates an estimated 3 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 Winston-Salem?
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 Charlotte to Winston-Salem?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Winston-Salem?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Tornado Bus, with a punctuality rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Winston-Salem?
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 Charlotte, NC to Winston-Salem was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Winston-Salem, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $166 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Winston-Salem based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
