How much is the bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston start from $158. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 762 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Charleston 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston generates an estimated 19 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?

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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston from $146 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Fort Lauderdale to Charleston on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	1d 2h	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	12:10am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	13h 40m	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	13h 20m	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:30am	Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride	13h 20m	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:20pm	Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)	23h 30m	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 35mAverage Duration

752 kmDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$158 - $324	Average Duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$165 - $1,005	Average Duration12h 35m	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Fort Lauderdale and Charleston?

Stops in Fort Lauderdale

A
Broward Blvd Park & Ride, 299 NW 22nd ave
299 NW 22nd ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311
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B
Greyhound Station
515 NE 3rd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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C
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
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D
Port Everglades Terminal 21
Port Everglades Terminal 21, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, USA
E
Port Everglades Cruise Terminal
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
F
Port Everglades Cruise Port
1850 Eller Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,426 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,576 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston start from $158. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
The average bus travel time from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 762 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Fort Lauderdale to Charleston 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
A bus trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston generates an estimated 19 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $170

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