Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charleston on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia (Logan Square)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:52 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12hAverage Duration
898 kmDistance
82kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$121 - $415Average Duration23h 25m
23kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$133 - $417Average Duration12h
82kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston start from $121. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?

    The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Charleston is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 903 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Charleston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Charleston at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Charleston generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Philadelphia 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia 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.

Best price found
11-30
$343
12-01
$355
Today
$239
12-03
$234
12-04
$162
12-05
$153
12-06
$153
12-07
$174
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $153

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

You can expect to pay from $153 to $369 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-05.

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