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Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC by bus

The journey from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC by bus is 85.53 mi and takes 1 hr 35 min. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 AM and the last at 8:40 PM. It is possible to travel from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC by bus for as little as $17.77 or as much as $49.88. The best price for this journey is $17.77.

Lowest Price $17.77
Journey Duration 1 hr 35 min
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $17.77
Highest Price $49.88
First Departure 12:25 AM
Last Departure 8:40 PM
Distance 85.53 mi
Departure Columbia, SC
Arrival Charlotte, NC
Carriers Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC

The cheapest Columbia, SC - Charlotte, NC bus tickets can be found for as low as $16.99 if you’re lucky, or $25.35 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $41.73.

Find the best day to travel to Charlotte, NC by bus

When travelling to Charlotte, NC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
9.64kg
Bus
10.32kg
Flight
27.53kg
Car
22.02kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC?
A bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC is $32.83. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $17.77.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC is $17.77. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC by bus?
Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC is 85.53 mi.
How long does the bus between Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC take?
Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC is on average 1 hr 35 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 35 min.
How many bus connections per day go from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC?
Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC leave?
The earliest bus from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC departs at 12:25 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC depart?
The latest bus from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC departs at 8:40 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $17.77 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC?
There are on average 4 direct connection(s) from Columbia, SC to go to Charlotte, NC.
What's the fastest journey time between Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC is 1 hr 35 min.
Is there a direct bus from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC by bus?
The bus journey from Columbia, SC to Charlotte, NC creates 10.32kg of CO2 emissions.

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