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Matthews travel guide

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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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Matthews has to offer.

When to visit Matthews

Matthews in February
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in February
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from New York and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Cary takes 2h 46m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 10 miles from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Easirent and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Matthews takes 200 miles and will cost you around $61. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 240 miles.

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Matthews include American Airlines, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from New York and takes around 2h 07m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Cary takes 2h 46m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Atlanta, expect to pay about $60 for a 5h 37m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Matthews is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 10 miles from Matthews. You’ll find branches of Easirent and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Wanda Coach. From Raleigh, the bus ride to Matthews takes 200 miles and will cost you around $61. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 240 miles.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,005 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,532 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,020 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,025 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,417 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,583 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,061 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,315 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (896 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
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Where to stay in Matthews

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews By IHG and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte.

Where to stay in popular areas of Matthews

Most booked hotels in Matthews

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Charlotte Southeast - Matthews By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 350 reviews)
$116+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1399 reviews)
$82+
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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 939 reviews)
$85+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.7, 262 reviews)
$114+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.5, 740 reviews)
$88+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.5, 1196 reviews)
$63+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $46 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $46 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 33% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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