Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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.

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
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$147
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 centre. The shortest flight to Matthews from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greensboro takes 1h 40m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $42 for a 3h 13m trip.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Chamblee, the bus ride to Matthews takes 240 miles and will cost you around $109. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $153 for a journey of 355 miles.

Plane

When flying to Matthews, you’ll arrive at Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT), which is located 14 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Matthews from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 22h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Greensboro takes 1h 40m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $42 for a 3h 13m trip.

Car

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

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Chamblee, the bus ride to Matthews takes 240 miles and will cost you around $109. From Richmond, the ticket costs about $153 for a journey of 355 miles.

Airports near Matthews

GSOGreensboro/H. Point
GSPGreenville
CLTCharlotte Douglas

Airlines serving Matthews

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 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 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
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$219+
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Courtyard by Marriott Charlotte Matthews
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$185+
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Comfort Inn Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$145+
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Wingate by Wyndham Matthews, NC
2 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$146+
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Quality Inn & Suites Matthews - Charlotte
2 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
$132+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Matthews/Charlotte
2 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$113+
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Hiring a car in Matthews

Expect to pay $1.41 per litre in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.87 and $22.49. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.41 per litre in Matthews (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.87 and $22.49. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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