What is the cheapest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

The cheapest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta is to bus which costs $35 - $70 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

The fastest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta is to line 8 bus and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $75 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta. However, there are services departing from Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel St and arriving at Atlanta Downtown via Charlotte Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct train from Charlotte, NC station to Atlanta station. However, there are services departing from CTC Station and arriving at Peachtree Station via Charlotte Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

The distance between Charlotte, NC and Atlanta is 247 miles. The road distance is 241.8 miles.

How do I travel from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta without a car?

The best way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta without a car is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlotte, NC to Atlanta bus from?

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Charlotte Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Charlotte, NC to Atlanta train from?

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

The best way to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta is to bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $180 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Charlotte, NC to Atlanta bus arrive?

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Downtown station.

Where does the Charlotte, NC to Atlanta train arrive?

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Peachtree Station.

Can I drive from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlotte, NC to Atlanta is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta.

Where can I stay near Atlanta?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Atlanta.

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Charlotte, NC to Atlanta by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Atlanta Downtownbus FlixBus N2470
5h 35m
$37–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Peachtree Stationtrain Crescent
7h 39m
$85–175
Drive 240.4 mi
1. Drive from Charlotte, NC to Atlantacar 240.4 mi
4h 8m
$44–64
Line 8 bus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel St to Trade St & Graham Stbus
2. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane CLT - ATL
3h 45m
$79–481
Bus via Atlanta Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
6h 5m
$37–77
Bus via Doraville Station
1. Take the bus from Charlotte to Atlantabus Charlotte
8h 37m
$66–178
Bus to Piedmont Triad International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Charlotte, NC to Greensborobus
2. Fly from Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane GSO - ATL
4h 11m
$143–625

Charlotte, NC to Atlanta by foot and bus (Flixbus)

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5h 35mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 245.7 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Atlanta, GA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Atlanta Downtown 5 times a week. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Peachtree Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 5h 48m.

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