How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Charlotte start from $90. The average price for this route is around $153. 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Charlotte is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 648 miles (1045 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Charlotte at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Charlotte generates an estimated 26 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans 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.

Bus New Orleans to Charlotte from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 50m	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	11:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	9:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 36m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 50m	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	11:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 50m	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	11:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 50m	1:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	11:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on January 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	15h	5:00am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 40m	12:50pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	17h	2:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	11:35pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
	9:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 36m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 45mAverage Duration

648 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $277	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$145 - $365	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

3.5/587,489 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.

Amtrak

4/55,714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Charlotte start from $90. The average price for this route is around $153. 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Charlotte is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 648 miles (1045 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Charlotte at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Charlotte?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Charlotte generates an estimated 26 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 New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans 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.

Best price found

01/05

$202

01/06

$225

Today

$138

01/08

$119

01/09

$121

01/10

$117

01/11

$113

01/12

$127

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $113

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 $113 to $513 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 $113 which is on 2026-01-11.