How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlotte start at R 751. The average price for this route is around R 1 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charlotte?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Charlotte is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 544 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach , CoachRun , Aviator Charters .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charlotte?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlotte at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Charlotte?

A bus trip from Washington to Charlotte produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Washington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Charlotte?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Charlotte from R 708 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:45	Union Station	9h	00:45	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	22:45	Union Station	7h 45m	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	18:25	Union Station	9h 30m	03:55	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	22:45	Union Station	8h 5m	06:50	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
Bus	21:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	04:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	7h 15m	08:15	Queen City Dr	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	7h 15m	08:15	Queen City Dr	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:00	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	7h 15m	08:15	Queen City Dr	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Union Station	9h 25m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:40	Union Station	8h 45m	12:25	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:45	Union Station	7h 45m	06:30	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:15	Union Station	9h 25m	16:40	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	00:01	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	06:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	01:35	Union Station	7h 55m	09:30	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:40	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	09:45	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:03 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 751, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

544 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 751 - R 4 124	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 253 - R 3 452	Average duration9h 48m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Charlotte?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Charlotte

A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA
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B
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202
D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213
E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

According to 11 reviews, Greyhound received a 2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the Wi-Fi, but some complained about the cleanliness. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 751

Greyhound Washington Charlotte recent customer reviews

Very hit or miss. Some employees are nice and friendly and there rest are quite rude and awful

Jordan M.

25 February 2020

It was difficult to search the bus. People around me were disturbing and driver didn't help or do announcement

Apoorv P.

26 December 2019

Some staff members are really good, but others are so annoying and made the drive horrible.

Chantal R.

14 August 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512 162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Wanda Coach

2.5/5666 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi1.7

Based on 666 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 759

Wanda Coach Washington Charlotte recent customer reviews

Bus is very dirty , pick up and drop the passengers place are in very bad neighborhoods, no signs on the bus or parking lot can find. Customer service is so bad!!! Suggest providing better service and better place for loading up.

Julie L.

2 August 2025

CoachRun

3.5/5669 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

WiFi2.2

Aviator Charters

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlotte start at R 751. The average price for this route is around R 1 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charlotte?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Charlotte is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 544 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach, CoachRun, Aviator Charters.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlotte at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Washington to Charlotte produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Charlotte?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/01

R 1 610

28/01

R 1 240

Today

R 708

30/01

R 805

31/01

R 805

01/02

R 805

02/02

R 781

03/02

R 886

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 708

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 R 708 to R 2 189 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 R 781, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Greyhound, 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.