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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Charlotte Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | 100 E Rich St | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Columbus (E Mound St) | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:48 PM EST.
Get from Columbus to Charlotte
The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Charlotte?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, 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 travelling from Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Charlotte start from $97. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Columbus to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Charlotte is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 559 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Charlotte route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Charlotte at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Columbus to Charlotte generates an estimated 14 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 Columbus 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Charlotte?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Charlotte?
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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $125To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $125 to $297 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-12-26.
