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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Charlotte on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
CoachRunBus
    2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE
    Queen City DrCheapest
    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 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 755, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    23bus per day
    9h 30mAverage duration
    544 kmDistance
    14kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 755 - R 4 142Average duration9h 30m
    14kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 1 258 - R 3 467Average duration9h 48m
    48kg CO₂e

    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.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charlotte start at R 755. The average price for this route is around R 1 005. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. 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.

    3. 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.

    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 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

    5. 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.

    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 87518 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 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.

    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
    27/01
    R 1 617
    28/01
    R 1 245
    Today
    R 712
    30/01
    R 809
    31/01
    R 809
    01/02
    R 809
    02/02
    R 784
    03/02
    R 890
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 712

    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 712 to R 2 199 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 784, 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.

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

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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