How far is Charlotte from Rochester by coach?

The distance between Rochester and Charlotte by coach is approximately 574 miles (926 km).

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

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on 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 also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Rochester to Charlotte from £76 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to Charlotte on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 4h	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 7h	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Charlotte on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	21h 25m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	21h 25m	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:35	Rochester	1d 3h	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	21h 45m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:20	Rochester	22h 5m	12:25	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to Charlotte on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 1h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	21h 25m	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	00:35	Rochester	1d 3h	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	09:05	Rochester	21h 45m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	21h 25m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:25 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 50mAverage duration

573 milesDistance

84kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£71 - £344	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£145 - £550	Average duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 84kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Charlotte?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511,433 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,393 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

New York Trailways

4/54,413 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.2

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

How far is Charlotte from Rochester by coach?
The distance between Rochester and Charlotte by coach is approximately 574 miles (926 km).
What is the best way to go from Rochester to Charlotte without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on 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 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

£151

23/11

£158

Today

£196

25/11

£282

26/11

£180

27/11

£94

28/11

£122

29/11

£89

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of £89

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

You can expect to pay from £89 to £282 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £89, which is on 2025-11-29.