Matthews travel guide

Matthews Tourism | Matthews Guide

You're Going to Love Matthews

With a population of 27 198, Matthews is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Matthews deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Matthews

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mario's Italian Restaurant - Matthews (2945 Matthews-Weddington Road) and Matthews Wine Cellar (131 Matthews Station St Ste 1A) are great picks.

When to visit Matthews

Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$98
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Matthews

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 23 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greensboro takes 1h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 16 km from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Megabus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Matthews takes 386 km and will cost you around $71. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 587 km.

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 23 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greensboro takes 1h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 46m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 16 km from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Megabus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Atlanta, the bus ride to Matthews takes 386 km and will cost you around $71. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 587 km.

Airports near Matthews

Airlines serving Matthews

Lufthansa
Good (4,589 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (922 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,432 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,602 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (970 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,697 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (225 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,502 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (391 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Matthews

Most booked hotels in Matthews

Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Excellent (8, 928 reviews)
$94+
Hampton Inn Charlotte/Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.6, 146 reviews)
$112+
Wingate by Wyndham Matthews, NC
2 stars
Good (7.5, 844 reviews)
$91+
Sleep Inn Matthews-Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.9, 686 reviews)
$81+
Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.6, 377 reviews)
$93+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.4, 884 reviews)
$61+

Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.