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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
521 km
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 $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 4 buses that leave Charlotte, NC for Alexandria, VA on Thu, Mar 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct buses cover the 521 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 56 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.
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 $62. 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 $62, and a flight costs an average of $171.
Distance: 323 miles (521 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$84 Average price Cheapest | $168 Average price | $341 Average price |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:59 AM Charlotte, NC | 7h56 | 12:55 PM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:10 AM Charlotte, NC | 7h55 | 2:05 PM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:40 PM Charlotte, NC | 9h10 | 1:50 AM Alexandria, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, March 18 | |||||
| 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 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) if you book in advance.
There are 11 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 55m.
Distance 323 miles (521 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 55m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
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 $62 (€51). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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