Bus Houston to Charlotte: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Houston to Charlotte

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Houston to Charlotte from various bus operators like Greyhound US, FlixBus or Valley Transit for the next days.

today

$96

tomorrow

$107

Monday

$100

Tuesday

$107

Wednesday

$95

Thursday

$101

Friday

$112

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	22h 35m	1:15 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	12:50 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$96	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 7/25/2026 1:15:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
FlixBus	30h 5m	1:50 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	8:55 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$96	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 7/25/2026 1:50:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 5m
Greyhound US	24h 10m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$105	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:00:00 PM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 10m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	8:55 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:00:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
Tornado Bus Company	23h 29m	1:30 PM	Houston	Lockwood	1:59 PM	Charlotte	Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company	Economy	$190	A Bus from Tornado Bus Company goes from Lockwood, Houston (USA) at 7/25/2026 1:30:00 PM to Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:59:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $190 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 29m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	32h 45m	8:15 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	6:00 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/26/2026 8:15:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 45m
Greyhound US	24h 10m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$117	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/26/2026 10:00:00 PM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 10m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$117	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/26/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m
FlixBus	32h 0m	2:10 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$117	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/26/2026 2:10:00 PM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 0m
FlixBus	30h 10m	2:10 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$147	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/26/2026 2:10:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $147 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	22h 35m	1:15 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	12:50 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 7/27/2026 1:15:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
FlixBus	35h 50m	7:50 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	8:40 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 7/27/2026 7:50:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 50m
Greyhound US	22h 20m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$102	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/27/2026 10:00:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
Greyhound US	25h 0m	12:05 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	2:05 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/27/2026 12:05:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 0m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$107	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/27/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	24h 10m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:00:00 PM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 24h 10m
Greyhound US	32h 45m	8:15 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	6:00 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/28/2026 8:15:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 45m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$116	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m
FlixBus	32h 55m	1:15 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$117	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:15:00 PM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 55m
Valley Transit	37h 45m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$122	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/28/2026 6:35:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	25h 0m	12:05 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	2:05 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/29/2026 12:05:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 0m
FlixBus	25h 10m	10:50 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	1:00 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$95	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/29/2026 10:50:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m
Greyhound US	32h 45m	8:15 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	6:00 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$96	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/29/2026 8:15:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 45m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$96	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $96 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m
Valley Transit	37h 45m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$97	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/29/2026 6:35:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	25h 0m	12:05 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	2:05 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/30/2026 12:05:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 0m
Greyhound US	23h 5m	5:00 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	5:05 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/30/2026 5:00:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$102	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m
Valley Transit	37h 20m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	8:55 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$102	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/30/2026 6:35:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 20m
FlixBus	22h 35m	1:15 PM	Houston	Uptown/Upper Kirby	12:50 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$102	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Uptown/Upper Kirby, Houston (USA) at 7/30/2026 1:15:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $102 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	25h 0m	12:05 AM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	2:05 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$112	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/31/2026 12:05:00 AM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 2:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 0m
FlixBus	25h 10m	10:50 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	1:00 AM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$112	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/31/2026 10:50:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $112 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m
Greyhound US	22h 20m	10:00 PM	Houston	Harrisburg Blvd Station	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$113	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Harrisburg Blvd Station, Houston (USA) at 7/31/2026 10:00:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 20m
FlixBus	30h 10m	2:10 PM	Houston	Downtown Houston	9:20 PM	Charlotte	W Trade St	Economy	$115	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Houston, Houston (USA) at 7/31/2026 2:10:00 PM to W Trade St, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 9:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 10m
Valley Transit	39h 35m	6:35 AM	Houston	SW Agencia Autobuses	11:10 PM	Charlotte	Freedom Drive 3301	Economy	$125	A Bus from Valley Transit goes from SW Agencia Autobuses, Houston (USA) at 7/31/2026 6:35:00 AM to Freedom Drive 3301, Charlotte (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 11:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $125 per person are available. Travel duration is 39h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Houston to Charlotte is $95 on 7/29/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Houston and Charlotte

See here how frequent the connections between Houston and Charlotte are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 27 daily buses from Houston to Charlotte. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Houston and Charlotte.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 61 buses from Houston to Charlotte, while Night sees the fewest connections between Houston and Charlotte, with 22 offers.

Facts about the bus from Houston to Charlotte

Compare all providers like Greyhound US, FlixBus and Valley Transit that travel 21 times every day by bus from Houston to Charlotte in one click! Book your bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte starting from $95!

Cheapest Bus	$95
Fastest Bus	22h 55m
Earliest Bus	1:05 PM
Latest Bus	10:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	21 Ø
Distance	923.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US, FlixBus, Valley Transit and Tornado Bus Company

Cheapest bus connections from Houston to Charlotte

Every day, 21 buses from 4 bus companies leave Houston for Charlotte: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$113

Sunday 07/26

$147

Monday 07/27

$108

Tuesday 07/28

$122

Wednesday 07/29

$95

Thursday 07/30

$101

Friday 07/31

$112

Saturday 08/01

$116

Sunday 08/02

$111

Monday 08/03

$111

Tuesday 08/04

$113

Wednesday 08/05

$112

Thursday 08/06

$110

Friday 08/07

$120

Saturday 08/08

$107

Sunday 08/09

$112

Monday 08/10

$105

Tuesday 08/11

$112

Wednesday 08/12

$102

Thursday 08/13

$112

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Houston to Charlotte

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Houston to Charlotte, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $95, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Houston to Charlotte. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $112.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Houston to Charlotte, with $95. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $96.

How to save money travelling from Houston to Charlotte

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Houston to Charlotte in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Houston to Charlotte, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Houston to Charlotte are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Houston to Charlotte

These are the most booked bus companies between Houston to Charlotte from our users.

FlixBus from Houston to Charlotte

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Houston to Charlotte:

Cheapest Price	$95
Fastest Bus	23h 5m
Earliest Bus	1:15 PM
Last Bus	10:50 PM
Daily Connections	9 Ø
Found on	7/23/2026

All bus stations and stops in Houston and Charlotte

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Houston and Charlotte.

Downtown Houston

Gray St 605

Harrisburg Blvd Station

Harrisburg Blvd 7000

Main Street

Main St 2121

Chase Bank

Milam Street 212

Uptown/Upper Kirby

Southwest Fwy 2525

W Trade St

W Trade St 601

Freedom Drive 3301

Freedom Dr 3301

Central Bus Station

Arrowood Light Rail Station

South Blvd 7430

Church St

S Church St 330

Service and Comfort on the bus from Houston to Charlotte

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Houston to Charlotte? Or which bus companies serve the route Houston to Charlotte? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Houston to Charlotte bus

How much does a Houston Charlotte bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $95 and takes 26h 10m to reach Charlotte. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Houston to Charlotte?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $95 and $218. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Charlotte.

On average, how many connections are available from Houston to Charlotte each day?

Every day, the Houston to Charlotte bus route is served by approximately 21 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Houston to Charlotte take?

The fastest bus from Houston to Charlotte is offered by Greyhound US and takes 22h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $106. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Houston to Charlotte?

The earliest bus arriving in Charlotte from Houston starts at 1:05 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Houston to Charlotte?

The latest bus trip departing from Houston for Charlotte starts at 10:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Houston Charlotte route?

When traveling by bus from Houston to Charlotte, passengers can travel with Greyhound US, FlixBus and Valley Transit. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Charlotte?

You can check all the direct connections between Houston and Charlotte by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US, FlixBus and Valley Transit.

What can I take with me on the Houston to Charlotte bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Houston Charlotte bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Houston Charlotte bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Houston to Charlotte on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Houston to Charlotte?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 21 daily trips between Houston and Charlotte. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Houston to Charlotte?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Houston to Charlotte

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Houston and to Charlotte

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Houston and to Charlotte. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!