How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Petersburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Petersburg start from $46. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Petersburg?

The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Petersburg is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Petersburg route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Petersburg at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Charlotte to Petersburg generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charlotte to Petersburg from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 20m	7:50am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
Bus	2:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 20m	7:50am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 20m	7:50am	Petersburg Transportation Center	CheapestFastest
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags
Bus	9:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 20m	7:50am	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
	Bus	2:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 20m	7:50am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 40m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 40m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 40m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Petersburg on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	1:25pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	Cheapest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	5h 30m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	Fastest
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	10h 40m	8:05am	Petersburg Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:11 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Petersburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Petersburg. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

236 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $143	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$53 - $814	Average Duration6h 24m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Petersburg 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 Petersburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Petersburg start from $46. The average price for this route is around $69. 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 Petersburg?
The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Petersburg is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 236 miles (381 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Petersburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Petersburg?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Petersburg at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Petersburg?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Petersburg generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/28

$67

11/29

$122

Today

$100

12/01

$87

12/02

$59

12/03

$71

12/04

$47

12/05

$48

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Petersburg was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $47

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 Petersburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $47 to $148 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Petersburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-04.