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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 only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Atlanta takes 5h 37m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $46 for a 7h 21m 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 Raleigh, the bus ride to Matthews takes 322 km and will cost you around $65. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 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 only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Atlanta takes 5h 37m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about $46 for a 7h 21m 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 Raleigh, the bus ride to Matthews takes 322 km and will cost you around $65. From Chamblee, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 386 km.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

KLM
Good (1,481 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,880 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,841 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,366 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,909 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,162 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,559 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,529 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,550 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,872 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,234 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,145 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (991 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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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Excellent (8, 978 reviews)
$95+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1489 reviews)
$87+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.5, 263 reviews)
$115+
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Extended Stay America Suites - Charlotte - Matthews
2 stars
Good (7.2, 150 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Matthews

Renting a car in Matthews costs $52 per day, on average, or $209 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. 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 Full-size rental cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Matthews costs $52 per day, on average, or $209 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Matthews.

Expect to pay $4.09 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 $49.06 and $65.41. 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 Full-size rental cars (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are, on average, 44% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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