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
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Matthews in January
Estimated hotel price
$160
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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 23h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 58m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Megabus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Greensboro, the bus ride to Matthews takes 120 miles and will cost you around $127. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $118 for a journey of 230 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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 23h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Matthews. The train journey from Matthews to Cary takes 2h 54m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cary, expect to pay about $31 for a 2h 58m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Matthews, including Megabus, CoachRun and FlixBus. From Greensboro, the bus ride to Matthews takes 120 miles and will cost you around $127. From Raleigh, the ticket costs about $118 for a journey of 230 miles.

Airports near Matthews

Airlines serving Matthews

Lufthansa
Good (4,663 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (940 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,546 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,620 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,866 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,661 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (404 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 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

Hiring a car in Matthews

Expect to pay $1.70 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 $20.39 and $27.19. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.70 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 $20.39 and $27.19. The most frequently booked car type in Matthews is Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Kia Forte or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.