What is the distance between Charleston and Columbus?

The distance between Charleston and Columbus is approximately 476 km (295 miles).

Bus Charleston to Columbus from US$120 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charleston to Columbus on October 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	18h 55m	8:50am	Columbus, GA (Bus Station)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus		1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	18h 55m	8:50am	Columbus, GA (Bus Station)	No tags

Get from Charleston to Columbus

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

18h 55mAverage Duration

464 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Columbus, GA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$183

Average Bus Trip Duration18h 55m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure1:55pm

Distance464 km

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Greyhound

3.5/587,345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87345 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$154

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Columbus, GA

What is the distance between Charleston and Columbus?
The distance between Charleston and Columbus is approximately 476 km (295 miles).

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