What is the cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte?

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte?

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Charlotte?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Charlotte Bus Station via Nashville Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Kentucky to Charlotte?

The distance between Kentucky and Charlotte is 299 miles. The road distance is 440 miles.

How do I travel from Kentucky to Charlotte without a car?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte without a car is to bus via Atlanta which takes 13h 30m and costs $100 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Kentucky to Charlotte?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Kentucky to Charlotte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Charlotte bus from?

Kentucky to Charlotte bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Charlotte?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Charlotte is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $120 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Atlanta, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Kentucky to Charlotte bus arrive?

Kentucky to Charlotte bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Nashville station.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Charlotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Charlotte is 440 miles. It takes approximately 9h 4m to drive from Kentucky to Charlotte.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kentucky to Charlotte?

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Where can I stay near Charlotte?

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There are 9 ways to get from Kentucky to Charlotte by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Blue Grass Airport
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane LEX - CLT
2h 31m
$129–690
Drive 437.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Louisville to Charlottecar 437.4 mi
9h 4m
$80–116
Bus via Atlanta
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
13h 30m
$103–191
Fly from Tri-State Airport
1. Fly from Tri-State Airport (HTS) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane HTS - CLT
2h 31m
$90–465
Fly from Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport
1. Fly from Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane OWB - CLT
2h 36m
$184–666
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane SDF - CLT
3h 51m
$95–606
Taxi to Evansville, fly
1. Take the taxi from Owensboro to Evansville (EVV)taxi
2. Fly from Evansville (EVV) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane EVV - CLT
3h 32m
$176–603
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane CVG - CLT
3h 53m
$100–604
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbusbus Louisville
2. Take the bus from Wilson & Ferrell Shell Station - Columbus to Charlotte Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0140
16h 20m
$95–208

Kentucky to Charlotte by bus

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13h 30mAverage Duration

$103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.7 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Charlotte, NC, USA?

American Airlines and Delta fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Charlotte Bus Station via Nashville Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station in around 13h 30m.

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