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Journey Information

There are 17 intercity coaches per day from Charlotte to Washington DC. Traveling by coach from Charlotte to Washington DC usually takes around 9 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest CoachRun coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance330 mi (530 km)
Shortest duration7h 45m
Cheapest price£15.64
Trips per day17
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines5

Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for coaches from Charlotte to Washington

(Based on 7 ratings and reviews)

4.9

5.0

JOHN

26 February 2024- Business

Greyhound

Pros: Communication and safety. Cons: Continue with the Passengers good job thank you.

5.0

Berhane

25 November 2023- Visiting friends

FlixBus US

Pros: Price was fair and departed on and arrived on time. I enjoyed it I may travel again next time with you guys. Thanks. Cons: Everything is fine for me. Tips: It's very good transportation I love it.

5.0

Arneice

25 November 2023- Visiting friends

FlixBus US

Pros: bus arrived early to Washington, DC. Cons: perhaps enforce earbuds for cell phones. Tips: bring earbuds for cell phones.

5.0

Jarvis

27 October 2019- Business

Greyhound

Pros: Bus rides were over night, little to no traffic, arrived early to DC. Cons: bus was kept cold, but we understand the reasons given. seats are a little stiff, but can still fall asleep in them. Tips: very quick and easy ride. definitely take advantage on getting on and off the bus at stops.

4.0

Fatoumata

1 September 2019- Vacation

Megabus

Everything

How much is a coach ticket from Charlotte to Washington DC?

£39.90 is the average price of a bus ticket from Charlotte to Washington DC. Any tickets cheaper than £39.90 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Average prices by travel date

£59£40£20MarApr

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Charlotte to Washington DC is expected to range from £44 to £55. If you are looking to travel to Washington DC within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £45. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £44 and can be found on 14 April 2024.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Washington DC, mark your calendar for November. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £55. However, taking the bus from Charlotte to Washington DC during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £67. The best way to find deals on a trip in July is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 21 days in advance to save £33.56 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.

What coach companies travel from Charlotte to Washington DC?

There are 5 bus lines from Charlotte to Washington DC available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 7 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
CoachRun17h 45m£53.31
FlixBus US78h 30m£39.25
Greyhound510h 8m£39.39
Megabus18h 15m£31.43
Wanda Coach49h 30m£79.28
  • Book CoachRun from Charlotte to Washington from £48. There are 1 CoachRun schedules from Charlotte to Washington and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to Washington. In Charlotte, CoachRun departs to Washington from 3302 Queen City Dr and no other station. In Washington, CoachRun arrives at 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE and no other station.

    An average trip on CoachRun from Charlotte to Washington takes 7 hours and 45 minutes .

    On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Washington.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 7 trips per day from Charlotte to Washington, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 5 bus trips from Charlotte to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 10 hours and 8 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from £19.

  • Book Megabus from Charlotte to Washington from £16. There are 1 Megabus schedules from Charlotte to Washington and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Washington. In Charlotte, Megabus departs to Washington from Arrowood Light Rail Station and no other station. In Washington, Megabus arrives at Union Station and no other station.

    An average trip on Megabus from Charlotte to Washington takes 8 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to Washington in 7 hours and 45 minutes .

    On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Washington.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 4 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £79 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Charlotte and Washington.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 330 miles from Charlotte to Washington DC. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.

The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Charlotte to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 17 scheduled coaches that travel from Charlotte to Washington DC every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Charlotte to Washington DC without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charlotte to Washington DC; ticket prices start at £49.15.

City Information

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Charlotte?

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Main departure station: 518 W 4Th St

The bus station at 518 W 4th St in Charlotte welcomes travelers on journeys to destinations including New York City, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. Both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines bus services operate from this station, and available inside the station are restrooms, an ATM, and vending machines. Downtown Charlotte is within a few minutes’ walk, including Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. For those continuing their travels from Charlotte by train, the bus station is just 2 miles from Charlotte’s Amtrak station.

All coach stations in Charlotte:

  • 518 W 4Th St

  • 419 E 7th St

  • 4127 Glenwood Dr

  • 3301-400 Freedom Dr

  • Arrowood Light Rail Station

  • 3302 Queen City Dr

Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?

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Main arrival station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

Coach stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station

  • 2230 New York Ave NE

  • Union Station

  • 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

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