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Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC by bus is 530.06 km and takes 8 hrs 57 mins. There are 25 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:10 a.m. and the last at 11:59 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $62.02 or as much as $235.20. The best price for this journey is $62.02.

Lowest Price $62.02
Journey Duration 8 hrs 57 mins
Connection per Day 25
Lowest Price $62.02
Highest Price $235.20
First Departure 1:10 a.m.
Last Departure 11:59 p.m.
Distance 530.06 km
Departure Charlotte, NC
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC

The cheapest Charlotte, NC - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $35.09 if you’re lucky, or $90.72 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $156.61.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound and FlixBus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC
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Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
37.1kg
Bus
39.75kg
Flight
106.01kg
Car
84.81kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC is $117.54. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $62.02.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC is $62.02. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Charlotte, NC and Washington, DC by bus?
Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC is 530.06 km.
How long does the bus between Charlotte, NC and Washington, DC take?
Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC is on average 8 hrs 57 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Greyhound, FlixBus, CoachRun and Wanda Coach.
How many bus connections per day go from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC has 25 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC departs at 1:10 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC departs at 11:59 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $62.02 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
There are on average 23 direct connection(s) from Charlotte, NC to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Charlotte, NC and Washington, DC is 7 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Charlotte, NC and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC creates 39.75kg of CO2 emissions.

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