Bus from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to San Diego on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charleston Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charleston Bus Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charleston Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charleston Bus Station
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 5:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $379, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 11hAverage Duration
3256 kmDistance
81kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$379 - $720Average Duration2d 11h
81kg CO₂e
Average Price$670 - $2,033Average Duration2d 19h
296kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to San Diego start from $379. The average price for this route is around $506. 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 San Diego?

    The average bus travel time from Charleston to San Diego is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 3256 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Charleston to San Diego route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Charleston to San Diego at 9:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.

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

    A bus trip from Charleston to San Diego generates an estimated 81 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-12
$398
12-13
No data
Today
$381
12-15
$507
12-16
No data
12-17
$532
12-18
No data
12-19
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $381

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

You can expect to pay from $381 to $532 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $507 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, WV, US to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

People from around the world trust Busbud