How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte start from $121. The average price for this route is around $206. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?

The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte is 21h, covering a distance of 1025 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte generates an estimated 26 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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.

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte from $112 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:55pm	Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station	23h 40m	11:35pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:45am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	14h 45m	12:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 3h	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	21h 30m	4:45pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	16h 15m	4:45pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale 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 21 hours, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

21hAverage Duration

1025 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $410	Average Duration21h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$142 - $2,420	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Charlotte?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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C
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Visit page
D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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
Visit page
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)

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,157 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte start from $121. The average price for this route is around $206. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?
The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte is 21h, covering a distance of 1025 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte generates an estimated 26 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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.

Best price found

01-24

$304

01-25

$351

Today

$290

01-27

$321

01-28

$207

01-29

No data

01-30

$154

01-31

$234

The cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 30, 2026 with a price of $154

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

You can expect to pay from $154 to $419 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2026-01-30.

Usually FlixBus 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.