The cheapest and fastest buses from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 8 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 9 buses that leave Cary, NC for Charlotte, NC on Mon, Apr 06, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct buses cover the 197 km distance in an average of 3 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:50 PM3h50Raleigh, Bus Station4:40 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$461One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM3h25Raleigh, Bus Station3:55 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$461One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:25 PM3h20Raleigh, Bus Station12:45 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$471One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM2h40Raleigh, Bus Station9:30 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$481One-way0 transfers
1:25 PM4h30Raleigh, Bus Station5:55 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$511One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM2h40Raleigh, Bus Station9:30 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$481One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM2h55Raleigh, Bus Station12:25 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$511One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:25 PM3h20Raleigh, Bus Station12:45 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$471One-way0 transfers
FlixBus7:45 AM3h20Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC11:05 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$521One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM3h25Raleigh, Bus Station3:55 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $169.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$42 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $380 Average price |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Live departures
Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:50 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 3h50 | 8:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 4h30 | 9:55 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 4h15 | 11:40 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 1:25 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 3h20 | 4:45 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 3h25 | 7:55 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 4h05 | 12:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2h40 | 1:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 3h20 | 3:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 2h55 | 4:25 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC
Buses from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 20m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
FAQs: Bus from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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