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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. 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 Miami and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greenville takes 2h 43m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 54m 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 Turo and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Savannah, the bus ride to Matthews takes 360 miles and will cost you around $113. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $118 for a journey of 365 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 Miami and takes around 2h 03m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greenville takes 2h 43m and costs around $41 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $30 for a 2h 54m 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 Turo and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Charlotte.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Savannah, the bus ride to Matthews takes 360 miles and will cost you around $113. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $118 for a journey of 365 miles.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

KLM
Good (1,420 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,592 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,998 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,536 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,790 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,672 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,033 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,044 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,497 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,470 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,585 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,339 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (897 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (370 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 (8.9, 351 reviews)
$111+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1400 reviews)
$85+
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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, 940 reviews)
$82+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Good (7.7, 262 reviews)
$99+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.5, 740 reviews)
$82+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.5, 1196 reviews)
$60+
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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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