How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Athens?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Athens start from $94. The average price for this route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Athens?

The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Athens is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 215 miles (346 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Athens route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Athens?

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Athens at 8:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Athens?

A bus trip from Charlotte to Athens generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Athens?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Athens?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlotte to Athens?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Charlotte to Athens?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charlotte to Athens from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charlotte to Athens on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 5m	9:00pm	EXXON	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:00am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	10h	9:00pm	EXXON	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:00am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	10h	9:00pm	EXXON	No tags
	Bus	8:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	12h 5m	9:00pm	EXXON	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:00am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	10h	9:00pm	EXXON	No tags

Get from Charlotte to Athens

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 55mAverage Duration

215 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Athens, TN, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Athens?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Athens start from $94. The average price for this route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Athens?
The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Athens is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 215 miles (346 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Athens route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Athens?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Athens at 8:55am. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Athens?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Athens generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charlotte to Athens?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Athens?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charlotte to Athens?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Charlotte to Athens?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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$93

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Athens, TN, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $93

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

You can expect to pay from $93 to $128 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Athens, TN, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2025-11-30.