How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Washington start from $44. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Charlotte to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Washington is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 339 miles (546 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Aviator Charters .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach , Aviator Charters , CoachRun .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Washington at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Charlotte to Washington generates an estimated 14 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 Charlotte to Washington?

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 87522 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Washington?

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 Charlotte to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Charlotte to Washington from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 10m	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	6:05pm	Charlotte Bus Station	7h 50m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 35m	3:05am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	9h 45m	9:15am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Queen City Dr	8h	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	9:10am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Queen City Dr	8h	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	9:10am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Queen City Dr	8h	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	9:10am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15pm	Queen City Dr	8h	5:15am	2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	1:10am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	9:10am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	9h 15m	6:35pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	11:40am	Charlotte Bus Station	9h 10m	8:50pm	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:20am	Charlotte Bus Station	11h 5m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	7h 56m	7:55am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on February 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:25pm	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 10m	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	2:35am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:10pm	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 5m	10:15pm	Union Station	No tags
Bus	5:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	10h 30m	4:00am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:54 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

9h 45mAverage Duration

339 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$44 - $175	Average Duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $171	Average Duration8h 46m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Washington?

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)

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Visit page
B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Visit page
C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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 Charlotte Washington recent customer reviews

I feel like it's so unprofessional to give someone seat away if they have paid for that seat no matter who they booked through

Shertara H.

September 1, 2019

I will never use grayhound ever again

Paul B.

February 10, 2020

FlixBus

3.5/512,227 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.

FlixBus Charlotte Washington recent customer reviews

Bus broke down waiting 8 hours on roadside. Missed a 14 hour work day. Lost so much money!!

Shaedon B.

June 24, 2025

NEVER AGAIN

Ashley D.

July 15, 2023

Wanda Coach

2.5/5666 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.5

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 Charlotte Washington recent customer reviews

The bus was mechanically worn out with wobbly wheels, body damage, and filthy restroom.

William J.

July 28, 2025

Aviator Charters

CoachRun

3.5/5670 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US 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 Charlotte to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Washington start from $44. The average price for this route is around $63. 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 Charlotte to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Washington is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 339 miles (546 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Aviator Charters.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach, Aviator Charters, CoachRun.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlotte to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Washington at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Washington?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Washington generates an estimated 14 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 Charlotte to Washington?
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 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Washington?
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 Charlotte to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler 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

02/17

$77

02/18

$54

Today

$72

02/20

$46

02/21

$43

02/22

$46

02/23

$43

02/24

$57

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 21, 2026 with a price of $43

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 $43 to $177 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 $43 which is on 2026-02-21.

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.