Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Charleston to Charlottesville on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Charlottesville Union StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:37 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 22 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
22h 15mAverage Duration
590 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$141 - $302Average Duration22h 15m
15kg CO₂e
Average Price$272 - $2,432Average Duration23h 13m
54kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Charlottesville start from $141. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    The average bus travel time from Charleston to Charlottesville is 22h 15m, covering a distance of 590 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Charleston to Charlottesville route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to Charlottesville?

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

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    A bus trip from Charleston to Charlottesville generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    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 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Charlottesville?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charleston to Charlottesville?

    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.

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