Bus from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationCheapest
Wanda CoachBus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
4127 Glenwood DrFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Charlotte Bus StationNo tags
Wanda CoachBus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
4127 Glenwood DrNo 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$47 - $149Average Duration8h 45m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$78 - $215Average Duration8h
48kg CO₂e

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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

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