How far is Charlotte from Chicago by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Charlotte by coach is approximately 587 miles (946 km).

What is the best way to go from Chicago to Charlotte without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Chicago to Charlotte from £70 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 40m	18:20	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	18:20	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 20m	18:20	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	Bus	09:40	Downtown Greyhound Station	22h 25m	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	22h 40m	18:20	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 30m	11:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:00	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	20h 45m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 30m	11:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:00	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charlotte on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 8h	09:05	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h 10m	11:55	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 50m	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	Downtown Greyhound Station	21h 30m	11:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 7h	18:00	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

22h 25mAverage duration

584 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£71 - £300	Average duration22h 25m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£134 - £375	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Charlotte?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

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
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

Greyhound

3.5/587,393 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,439 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Charlotte, NC

How far is Charlotte from Chicago by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Charlotte by coach is approximately 587 miles (946 km).
What is the best way to go from Chicago to Charlotte without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£136

23/11

£137

Today

£139

25/11

£191

26/11

£165

27/11

£112

28/11

£131

29/11

£124

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £112

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

You can expect to pay from £112 to £286 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £112, which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Greyhound 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.