How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Wilmington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Wilmington start from $109. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 Wilmington?

The average bus travel time from Charleston to Wilmington is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 861 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Wilmington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Wilmington at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington generates an estimated 22 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 Wilmington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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 Wilmington?

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 Wilmington?

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 Wilmington from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Charleston to Wilmington on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	16h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:15pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 25m	1:40pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	16h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:15pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 25m	1:40pm	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:55pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	16h	5:55am	Wilmington Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Wilmington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 12 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 11mAverage Duration

861 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$109 - $509	Average Duration23h 25m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$132 - $609	Average Duration12h 11m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Wilmington?

Stops in Charleston

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

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Wilmington start from $109. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 Wilmington?
The average bus travel time from Charleston to Wilmington is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 861 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Wilmington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to Wilmington?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Wilmington at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington?
A bus trip from Charleston to Wilmington generates an estimated 22 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 Wilmington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Wilmington?
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 Wilmington?
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 Wilmington?
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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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Wilmington, DE was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $155

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 Wilmington, DE, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $155 to $190 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Wilmington, DE based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-11-30.