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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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Matthews has to offer.

When to visit Matthews

Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$93
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, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Matthews, followed by Train. The train journey from Matthews to Greenville takes 2h 43m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $32 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 Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Matthews takes 145 km and will cost you around $15. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 386 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, British Airways and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Matthews departs from Philadelphia and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Matthews, followed by Train. The train journey from Matthews to Greenville takes 2h 43m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $32 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 Turo and CarWiz, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Matthews takes 145 km and will cost you around $15. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $71 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

KLM
Good (1,491 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,894 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,857 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,387 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,165 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,548 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,555 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,897 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,379 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (398 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,249 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,179 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (997 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 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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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1493 reviews)
$90+
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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 979 reviews)
$96+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.4, 761 reviews)
$90+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Charlotte - Matthews
2 stars
Good (7.2, 150 reviews)
$75+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.6, 1217 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $48 per day, on average, or $191 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $48 per day, on average, or $191 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. 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 Economy rental cars (Ford Fiesta or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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