Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Wanda Coach
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
4127 Glenwood DrFastest
FlixBus
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Wanda Coach
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
4127 Glenwood DrNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$110Average duration8h 20m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$78 - US$215Average duration8h
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
8h 20mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$60
Average bus trip duration8h 20m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure00:01
Distance332 miles
Latest bus departure22:45

Washington to Charlotte Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Washington to Charlotte. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Washington to Charlotte from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Charlotte from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Charlotte, NC

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Charlotte by coach?

    The journey from Washington to Charlotte by coach covers an approximate distance of 329 miles (531 km).

  2. How can I travel from Washington to Charlotte avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Washington to Charlotte without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/10
US$66
11/10
US$64
Today
US$54
13/10
US$58
14/10
US$70
15/10
US$53
16/10
US$53
17/10
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 15 Oct 2025 with a price of US$53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$180 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-10-15.

Usually Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Charlotte!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Charlotte, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Washington to Charlotte.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Charlotte.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC?

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