How to get from Washington, DC to Charlotte

Compare Flights and Buses with one click and find the best one for you
The Best Deals Save up to 70%
The Most Choices Millions of routes worldwide
Easy and Transparent Compare offers with 1 click

What is the best way to travel from Washington, DC to Charlotte?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Flights and Buses for the journey to Charlotte from Washington, DC. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
6h 15m
$44
$67
33
Flight
1h 27m
$43
$149
29

What is the cheapest way to reach Charlotte from Washington, DC?

You can get to Charlotte with just $43 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from $43
Thursday
from $44
Friday
Saturday
from $50
Sunday
from $52
Monday

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 26m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:56 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $43
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 33m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    7:58 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $68
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 13m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    7:58 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $71
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 52m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:17 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $94
  • Skyscanner
    4h 41m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:46 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $382
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Wanda Coach
    7h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    7:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    4:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    6h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Exxon New York Ave NE
    6:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Exxon Gas Station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Exxon New York Ave NE
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Exxon Gas Station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    9h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:40 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:30 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:50 AM
    Charlotte
    Freedom Drive 3301
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    7:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    11:46 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    1:26 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $57
  • American Airlines
    1h 27m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:27 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $203
  • United Airlines
    6h 15m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    9:15 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $222
  • United Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    4:30 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $223

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • CoachRun
    8h 15m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Pennsylvania Av SE & L'Enfant Sq SE Bus Stop
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Queen City Dr
    0
    CoachRun
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    8h 10m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:00 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • Greyhound US
    8h 45m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $52
  • Greyhound US
    11h 10m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    7:40 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $53
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 41m
    0
    8:09 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    1:50 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $81
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 48m
    0
    8:28 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    9:16 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $90
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 41m
    0
    12:13 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:54 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $168
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 43m
    0
    10:11 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:54 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $177
  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:55 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $213

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 10m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:00 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • Greyhound US
    8h 45m
    0
    4:40 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    1:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $53
  • Greyhound US
    11h 10m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    8:10 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $55
  • CoachRun
    6h 15m
    0
    1:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Pennsylvania Av SE & L'Enfant Sq SE Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Charlotte
    Queen City Dr
    0
    CoachRun
    Economy
    $60

What are the fastest trips from Washington, DC to Charlotte?

You can get to Charlotte from Washington, DC in just 1h 27m with a Flight from American Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Tuesday
Wednesday
from 4h 41m
Thursday
from 1h 27m
Friday
Saturday
from 1h 40m
Sunday
from 6h 15m
Monday

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Skyscanner
    4h 41m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:46 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $382
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 26m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:56 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $43
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 33m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    7:58 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $68
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 52m
    0
    8:25 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:17 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $94
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 13m
    0
    4:45 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    7:58 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $71
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Wanda Coach
    6h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Exxon New York Ave NE
    6:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Exxon Gas Station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    7:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    4:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • Wanda Coach
    7h 45m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Exxon New York Ave NE
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Exxon Gas Station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • American Airlines
    1h 27m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:27 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $203
  • Frontier Airlines
    1h 40m
    0
    11:46 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    1:26 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $57
  • United Airlines
    6h 15m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    9:15 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $222
  • United Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    4:30 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $223
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Wanda Coach
    7h 44m
    0
    12:01 AM
    Washington, DC
    Benning Rd NE
    7:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Pilot Travel Center gas station
    0
    Wanda Coach
    Economy
    $100
  • FlixBus
    7h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:30 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • FlixBus
    8h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:50 AM
    Charlotte
    Freedom Drive 3301
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • Greyhound US
    9h 25m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:40 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $44

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Skyscanner
    1h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:55 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $213
  • Frontier Airlines
    5h 41m
    0
    8:09 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    1:50 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $81
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 41m
    0
    12:13 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:54 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $168
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 48m
    0
    8:28 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    9:16 AM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $90
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 43m
    0
    10:11 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    11:54 PM
    Charlotte Airport
    Charlotte Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $177
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    6:00 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • FlixBus
    8h 10m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $50
  • CoachRun
    8h 15m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Pennsylvania Av SE & L'Enfant Sq SE Bus Stop
    9:45 AM
    Charlotte
    Queen City Dr
    0
    CoachRun
    Economy
    $50
  • Greyhound US
    8h 45m
    0
    3:40 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $52
  • Greyhound US
    11h 10m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    7:40 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $53

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • CoachRun
    6h 15m
    0
    1:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Pennsylvania Av SE & L'Enfant Sq SE Bus Stop
    8:15 AM
    Charlotte
    Queen City Dr
    0
    CoachRun
    Economy
    $60
  • FlixBus
    8h 0m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:00 AM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • FlixBus
    8h 10m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    5:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $52
  • Greyhound US
    8h 45m
    0
    4:40 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    1:25 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $53
  • Greyhound US
    11h 10m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    8:10 PM
    Charlotte
    W Trade St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $55
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Washington, DC to Charlotte

What are the most popular stations in Washington, DC and Charlotte?

In Washington, DC, you will usually depart from Union Station, Armory Metro or Dupont Circle Station, while in Charlotte you will be arriving at Freedom Drive 3301, W Trade St or Church St, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Charlotte from Washington, DC? With 8 connections between 4 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Washington, DC and Charlotte, you can pay as low as $43 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from American Airlines: you will get to Charlotte in just 1h 27m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Washington, DC and Charlotte are Wanda Coach, Greyhound US and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Washington, DC and Charlotte is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport or to Charlotte Airport, and look at flights from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport, and landing at Concord Regional Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Washington, DC to Charlotte?

The most popular companies between Washington, DC and Charlotte, are Wanda Coach, Greyhound US and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Wanda Coach, Greyhound US, FlixBus and 1 more.

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Skyscanner and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Washington, DC to Charlotte

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Washington, DC to Charlotte. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Washington, DC to Charlotte

How can I reach Charlotte from Washington, DC?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Charlotte from Washington, DC.

How far is Charlotte from Washington, DC?

The distance between Washington, DC and Charlotte is 333.4 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Washington, DC and Charlotte?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 14 kgs of CO2, a train 19 kgs, a car 91 kgs, and a flight 132 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Washington, DC to Charlotte?

You can get to Charlotte with just $43 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Charlotte?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Charlotte in just 1h 27m with a Flight from American Airlines.

More routes to Washington, DC and to Charlotte

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Washington, DC and to Charlotte. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

The CheckMyBus App

Free Download

App Store
CheckMyBus App
Close
GPDR CheckMyBus shield

We value your privacy!

To

show

you

the

best

bus

offers,

we

and

our

partners

use

technical,

analytical,

and

marketing

cookies

to

personalize

the

ads.

We

remember

your

anonymized

details

to

provide

a

personalized

experience.