How far is Charlotte from New Orleans by coach?

The distance between New Orleans and Charlotte by coach is approximately 649 miles (1046 km).

Is there a way to reach Charlotte from New Orleans without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus New Orleans to Charlotte from £78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Charlotte on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 20m	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Charlotte on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 50m	01:00	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	17h 5m	02:10	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Charlotte on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	17h 5m	02:10	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	05:00	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	23:50	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 20m	23:35	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans 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 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 50mAverage duration

648 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£53 - £183	Average duration18h 50m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£112 - £505	Average duration18h 56m	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Charlotte?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

3.5/587,401 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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

How far is Charlotte from New Orleans by coach?
The distance between New Orleans and Charlotte by coach is approximately 649 miles (1046 km).
Is there a way to reach Charlotte from New Orleans without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

£168

26/11

£180

Today

£126

28/11

£143

29/11

£133

30/11

£165

01/12

£125

02/12

£104

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £104

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

You can expect to pay from £104 to £203 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £104, which is on 2025-12-02.