How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Washington start from $52. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 travel time from Charlotte to Washington is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 544 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach , CoachRun .

What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 a mode of travel recommended 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 87387 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Washington?

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.

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

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.

Bus Charlotte to Washington from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 30
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	11:59pm	Charlotte Bus Station	7h 56m	7:55am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	9:30pm	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 15m	5:45am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	11:40pm	Charlotte (Freedom Dr)	8h 15m	7:55am	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 December 1
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	7h 55m	9:05am	Union Station	No tags
Bus	2:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	7h 50m	10:20am	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 December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:45am	Charlotte Bus Station	8h 40m	6:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:30pm	4127 Glenwood Dr	7h	3:30am	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	2:30am	Charlotte Bus Station	7h 50m	10:20am	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 December 5
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	7h 55m	9:05am	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 December 6
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	7h 55m	9:05am	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

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:58 PM 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 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

544 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $233	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$112 - $738	Average Duration8h 16m	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
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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

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87409 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $52

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

3.5/511,482 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11482 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $81

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

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Based on 650 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at $157

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

CoachRun

3.5/5657 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.7

Wifi2.2

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $52. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 travel time from Charlotte to Washington is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 544 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach, CoachRun.
What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 a mode of travel recommended 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charlotte to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charlotte to Washington?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charlotte to Washington?
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

11-28

$86

11-29

$128

Today

$127

12-01

$97

12-02

$86

12-03

$63

12-04

$63

12-05

$74

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $63

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 $63 to $357 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 $63 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.