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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Charleston to New Carrollton. Traveling by bus from Charleston to New Carrollton usually takes around 17 hours and 17 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 15 minutes.
Distance | 260 mi (418 km) |
Shortest duration | 17h 15m |
Cheapest price | $98.64 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Charleston to New Carrollton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Charleston to New Carrollton. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 2 | 17h 18m | $98.64 |
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 2 trips per day from Charleston to New Carrollton, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 17 minutes to cover the 260 miles from Charleston to New Carrollton. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Charleston to New Carrollton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Charleston to New Carrollton. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charleston to New Carrollton; ticket prices start at $69.00.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Charleston?
Main departure station: Charleston (KRT Transit Mall)
Charleston has two bus stations with service to New Carrollton.
All bus stations in Charleston:
Charleston (KRT Transit Mall)
Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
Where does the bus arrive in New Carrollton?
Main arrival station: 4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
All buses from Charleston arrive at one main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
4700 Gdn City Dr Jct
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