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The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
Showing times and prices for Jun 19
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
8 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
521 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Fast buses
Of the 3 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Alexandria, VA on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 521 km distance in an average of 8 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:10 PM8h05Charlotte, NC2:15 AMAlexandria, VA$691One-way0 transfers
1:25 AM8h10Charlotte, NC9:35 AMAlexandria, VA$741One-way0 transfers- 2:25 AM8h10Charlotte, NC10:35 AMAlexandria, VA$791One-way0 transfers
- 6:10 PM8h05Charlotte, NC2:15 AMAlexandria, VA$691One-way0 transfers
- 2:25 AM8h10Charlotte, NC10:35 AMAlexandria, VA$791One-way0 transfers
- 1:25 AM8h10Charlotte, NC9:35 AMAlexandria, VA$741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $106.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$85 Average price Cheapest | $133 Average price | $355 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is a bus with an average price of $85 (€69).
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA costing on average $133 (€109).
A bus is $270 (€221) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA costing on average $355 (€290).
The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 40m.
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 1m.
Train takes on average 8h 40m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charlotte, NC and Alexandria, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users.
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Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:59AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:59AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:25AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $145 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $155 |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 2:35 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 8h00 | 10:35 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:25 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 11h00 | 4:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:20 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 9h15 | 6:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 AM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 9h10 | 8:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 9h45 | 11:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:10 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 8h05 | 10:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:05 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 7h50 | 1:55 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:05 PM Charlotte, Freedom Drive (Planet Fitness), NC | 9h00 | 3:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 8h35 | 3:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 1:25 AM Charlotte, NC | 8h10 | 9:35 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| · | 9:50 PM Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) | 7h45 | 5:35 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
| 2:25 AM Charlotte, NC | 8h10 | 10:35 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
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Buses from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 323 miles (521 km) distance in 7h 56m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 7h 56m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VAYou can travel by bus between Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA with FlixBus for as low as $60 (€49). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 56m
Cheapest Price
$69 (€56)
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Complete guide to Alexandria
Things to do in Alexandria
Discover the best of Alexandria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alexandria trip today.
- Must visit
Torpedo Factory Art Center
Well-known waterfront art center with working artist studios and galleries. Popular for browsing local art and meeting artists in a historic industrial building.
- Recommended
Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum
City history museum in a landmark Greek Revival building, covering Alexandria's past from colonial times through the present. A compact and worthwhile local introduction.
- Must visit
Old Town Alexandria
The city's signature historic district with brick sidewalks, preserved rowhouses, boutiques, and waterfront access. Essential for first-time visitors and one of the area's most photogenic places.
- Must visit
King Street
Main historic street running through Old Town, lined with shops, galleries, and architecture. A classic walking route and one of Alexandria's most recognizable addresses.
- Must visit
Alexandria Waterfront
Scenic Potomac waterfront area with promenades, marinas, public art, and views toward Washington. Especially popular for strolling, sunset photos, and social media content.
Virginia Ham Biscuits
Small biscuits filled with salty cured Virginia ham, a classic snack tied to Virginia food traditions and often served at gatherings.
Chesapeake Crab Cakes
Pan-seared cakes made with lump crab meat and minimal filler, reflecting the long culinary influence of the nearby Chesapeake Bay.
- Gluten-free
Oysters On The Half Shell
Fresh regional oysters served raw with lemon and mignonette, popular across Northern Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic seafood scene.
Vermilion
Long-established upscale Old Town dining room offering refined American cuisine with seasonal Mid-Atlantic ingredients.
The Warehouse
Established Old Town seafood and steak restaurant with a classic atmosphere, especially known for regional seafood and crab cakes.
Hank's Oyster Bar
Trusted local favorite for oysters, lobster rolls, and Mid-Atlantic seafood in a relaxed brasserie-style space.
United States Dollar
Prices are moderate by U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, while casual dining is fairly accessible.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- USD 10-18 for fast food or a casual lunch.
- Mid-range
- USD 20-40 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- USD 60-120+ per person at upscale spots.
- Coffee
- USD 4-7 for a coffee drink.
Tipping culture
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
FAQs: Bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alexandria, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA can start from as little as $60 (€49) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is $85 (€69) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is 7h 56m to travel the 323 miles (521 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 10 direct buses a day from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Alexandria, VA. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Charlotte, NC and Alexandria, VA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Alexandria, VA from Charlotte, NC is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 56m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charlotte, NC and Alexandria, VA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA for bus company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA depends on the bus companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since neither Charlotte, NC nor Alexandria, VA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Alexandria, VA, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas like Old Town. Common scams include overcharging by unofficial taxi services and ticket scams near popular attractions. It's advisable to use licensed transportation and stay aware of surroundings to ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
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