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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Houston Lockwood, (TX - TBC Lockwood) | Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Houston Bus Station | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | Charlotte (Uptown) | No tags | |||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Charlotte Bus Station | No tags | |||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Charlotte (Uptown) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Charlotte
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 665, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Charlotte?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - 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)
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Charlotte start at R 1 665. The average price for this route is around R 2 479. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Charlotte?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1486 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 4m and is operated by Tornado Bus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Houston to Charlotte produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tornado Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 166To 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 R 2 166 to R 28 574 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 R 2 166, which is on 2026-01-21.
Usually Tornado Bus, 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
