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Today2 Sept
from US$69
Tomorrow3 Sept
from US$58
Thu4 Sept
from US$61
Fri5 Sept
from US$65
Sat6 Sept
from US$63
Sun7 Sept
from US$68
Mon8 Sept
from US$59
Tue9 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Queen City Dr
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Operated by: CoachRunCoachRun
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Charlotte Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 September at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: 4127 Glenwood Dr
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
    Operated by: Wanda CoachWanda Coach
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$44 - US$194Average duration8h 40m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$77 - US$215Average duration9h 16m
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charlotte to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
8h 40mAverage duration
US$44Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$63
Average bus trip duration8h 40m
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure01:10
Distance330 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Charlotte to Washington Bus

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

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

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

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

    To travel from Charlotte to Washington 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
31/08
US$69
01/09
US$56
Today
US$61
03/09
US$50
04/09
US$54
05/09
US$58
06/09
US$55
07/09
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$50

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

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$129 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-09-03.

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.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charlotte to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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