How to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł286 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł286, while a flight costs an average of zł913.

Distance: 364 miles (587 km)

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Driving

zł538

Average price

zł286

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Cheapest

zł913

Average price

zł321

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 3m

Average total duration

10h 33m

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30m

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10h 11m

Average total duration

9h 41m

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30m

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4h 50m

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2h 50m

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2h 0m

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6h 44m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.5kg

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FlixBus

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American Airlines

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of zł286.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is zł252 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average zł538.

A bus is zł627 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average zł913.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 11m.

Train takes on average 11h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charlotte, NC and Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł538 compared to roughly zł321 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-217.22. The journey takes 10h 33m versus 6h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD

How to get from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:10 AM10h25
    Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    3791One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:10 AM10h25
    Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    11:35 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    3791One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1318
    9:35 PM1h23
    Douglas International Airport
    10:58 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    16901One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak20 Crescent
    5:31 AM9h22
    Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    2:53 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    8841One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak80 Carolinian
    6:45 AM11h17
    Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    6:02 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
    8841One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    1:20 PM11h00
    Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    12:20 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    3871One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    2:35 AM9h15
    Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    11:50 AMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    4251One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 AM10h50
    Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    10:30 PMBaltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station)
    4461One-way
    1 transfer
  • CitizenPlane3076
    11:50 AM1h39
    Douglas International Airport
    1:29 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    8121One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2187 · AA3216
    6:00 PM5h45
    Douglas International Airport
    11:45 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    10871One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1216
    1:45 PM1h29
    Douglas International Airport
    3:14 PMBaltimore/Washington International Airport
    14331One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD

Travel to Baltimore, MD easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charlotte, NC and Baltimore, MD including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is a bus with an average price of zł286.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD:

A bus is zł252 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average zł538.

A bus is zł627 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD costing on average zł913.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 50m.

Other travel options to Baltimore, MD take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 11m.

Train takes on average 11h 3m.

The distance from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is approximately 364 miles (587 km).
The average frequency per day from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Charlotte, NC and Baltimore, MD as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD:
  • Flights mostly depart from Douglas International Airport and arrive in Baltimore/Washington International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC and arrive in Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) and arrive in Baltimore, Haines St (Baltimore Downtown Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Baltimore, MD by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Baltimore, MD by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Baltimore, MD by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct flights per day with American Airlines.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
Omio customers who travel from Charlotte, NC to Baltimore, MD often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Baltimore, MD and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Baltimore, MD to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Baltimore, MD, you can explore Fell's Point, a charming historic district with cobblestone streets, pubs, and boutiques. Enjoy a scenic stroll through Patterson Park, which offers beautiful views, walking trails, and a historic pagoda. Attend a Broadway show or concert at the beautifully restored Hippodrome Theatre. Visit the Maryland Zoo to see a wide variety of animals, or explore the Walters Art Museum's diverse collection of art. Discover the city's best sights, including the historic Fort McHenry National Monument, the renowned National Aquarium, the Baltimore Museum of Art, and the vibrant Inner Harbor with its shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Maryland Science Center and American Visionary Art Museum.
To fully explore Baltimore, MD, and its key attractions like the Inner Harbor, National Aquarium, Fort McHenry, and various museums, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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