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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $270, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Charleston?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
Stops in Charleston
- A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Charleston start from $270. The average price for this route is around $394. 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 Los Angeles to Charleston?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Charleston is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3529 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Charleston route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Charleston at 1:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Charleston?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Charleston generates an estimated 88 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 Los Angeles 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $372To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $372 to $860 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $372 which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
