How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlotte start from $47. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Charlotte?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Charlotte is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 44m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlotte route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach , CoachRun .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlotte at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Charlotte generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 87387 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 has the most timely service from Washington to Charlotte?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50am	Union Station	11h 10m	8:00pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	7h 45m	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	6:25pm	Union Station	9h 30m	3:55am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	8h 5m	6:50am	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	4:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	7h 45m	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	6:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	7h 55m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	9:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	7h 45m	6:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	6:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	7h 55m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	9:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	7h 15m	8:15am	Queen City Dr	Cheapest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	6:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	7h 55m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	9:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	7h 15m	8:15am	Queen City Dr	Cheapest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	6:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	7h 55m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	9:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:15am	Union Station	9h 25m	4:40pm	Charlotte Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:01am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	6h 44m	6:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	Fastest
Bus	1:35am	Union Station	7h 55m	9:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40am	Union Station	8h 25m	11:05am	Charlotte Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	7h 45m	9:45am	4127 Glenwood Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:34 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

330 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $149	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $215	Average Duration8h	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

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5654 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

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.

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.

August 2, 2025

CoachRun

3.5/5658 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.1

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

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from $47. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Charlotte?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Charlotte is 8h 45m, covering a distance of 330 miles (532 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 44m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Charlotte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach, CoachRun.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charlotte?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charlotte at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Charlotte?
A bus trip from Washington to Charlotte generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 87387 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 has the most timely service from Washington to Charlotte?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/01

$92

12/02

$79

Today

$82

12/04

$66

12/05

$62

12/06

$50

12/07

$50

12/08

$56

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $50

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 $50 to $203 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 $50 which is on 2025-12-06.

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.