How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Boston start from $115. The average price for this route is around $205. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Boston?

The average bus travel time from Charleston to Boston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1310 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Boston at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Boston?

A bus trip from Charleston to Boston generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charleston to Boston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Boston?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charleston to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charleston to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Charleston to Boston from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charleston to Boston on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:15pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 23h	2:50pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 1h	3:10pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:15pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 23h	2:50pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:15pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 23h	2:50pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 5h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

21h 30mAverage Duration

1315 kmDistance

120kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$115 - $665	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$212 - $1,037	Average Duration21h 30m	CO₂ emissions 120kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Boston?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,496 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Boston start from $115. The average price for this route is around $205. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Boston?
The average bus travel time from Charleston to Boston is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1310 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Boston at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Boston?
A bus trip from Charleston to Boston generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charleston to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Boston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charleston to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charleston to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-30

$236

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$238

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12-05

$160

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $160

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $160 to $238 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-05.