How do I get from Washington to Charlotte without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are practical and sustainable ways to reach Charlotte. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Charlotte?

On average, the trip from Washington to Charlotte takes around 8h 40m, but you can get there in as little as 6h 44m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 329 miles (531 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Washington from Charlotte?

Washington and Charlotte are 329 miles (531 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte?

Most of the buses traveling from Washington to Charlotte leave from Union Station and arrive at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $46.

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte cost?

The bus ticket costs $61 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $46 and $152, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Bus Washington (DC), US to Charlotte (NC) from $46 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $82

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from $61

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from $61

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from $61

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 13 at 1:00am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
Arrival time: June 13 at 8:15am
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Queen City Dr
Operated by: CoachRun
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 15m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 13 at 12:01am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
Arrival time: June 13 at 6:45am
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: 4127 Glenwood Dr
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 44m
Departure time: June 13 at 12:30am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 13 at 8:30am
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h
Departure time: June 13 at 3:35am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Union Station
Arrival time: June 13 at 12:20pm
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 45m
Departure time: June 13 at 5:25am
Departure city: Washington
Departure location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
Arrival time: June 13 at 8:00pm
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Charlotte Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charlotte.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $152	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$75 - $215	Average Duration9h 48m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19.89690721649485bus per day

8h 40mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest ticket

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$61

Average bus trip duration8h 40m

Number of daily buses19

Earliest bus departure12:01am

Distance330 miles (531 km)

Latest bus departure10:40pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,005 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,030 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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.

February 25, 2020

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

Apoorv P.

December 26, 2019

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

Chantal R.

August 14, 2019

Wanda Coach

2.5/5595 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

CoachRun

3.5/5624 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.1

Megabus

3.5/5383 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.3

Traveling with Megabus from Washington to Charlotte is an affordable and reliable way to reach your destination. The company provides amenities like comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi (on most buses), ensuring a comfortable journey. Discover an easy and budget-friendly travel option to Charlotte with Megabus. Tickets start at just $27.00, with an average price of around $45.00, making it an accessible choice for travelers.

Megabus US Washington Charlotte recent customer reviews

Was clean

Bertila D R.

May 16, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

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.

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Charlotte?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington (DC), US - Charlotte (NC)

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How long is the bus ride from Washington to Charlotte?
How far is Washington from Charlotte?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte?
What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Charlotte?
How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte cost?

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

Best price found

06/10

$84

06/11

$100

Today

$57

06/13

$54

06/14

$53

06/15

$53

06/16

$53

06/17

$52

The cheapest trip from Washington to Charlotte was searched and found on Jun 17, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $125 for a bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-06-17.

Usually iLIKEBUS 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 to Charlotte?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 40m	Avg Price$61	Daily Departures19
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 48m	Avg Price$116	Daily Departures2

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington (DC), US - Charlotte (NC)

How do I get from Washington to Charlotte without flying?

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Charlotte?

How far is Washington from Charlotte?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte?

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

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte cost?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Charlotte?

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