Bus from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Houston to Charlotte on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ExpresoBus
Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood)
Tornado & El Expreso Bus CompanyCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Charlotte (Freedom Dr)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston 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 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
928 milesDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£59 - £288Average duration1d 5h
37kg CO₂e
Average price£164 - £898Average duration1d 15h
136kg CO₂e

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from £59. The average price for this route is around £118. 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 journey from Houston to Charlotte?

    The average bus journey time from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 928 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 4m and is operated by Tornado Bus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Charlotte?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Charlotte at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

    A bus journey from Houston to Charlotte produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Houston to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Houston 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Charlotte?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, 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.

Best price found
25/11
£155
26/11
£155
Today
£146
28/11
£155
29/11
£140
30/11
£155
01/12
£122
02/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £122

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

You can expect to pay from £122 to £1,287 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £122, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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.

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