Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US

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Next departures for Washington to Charleston on November 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Union Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Union Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 9 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 24mAverage Duration
722 kmDistance
66kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$86 - $318Average Duration13h
18kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$114 - $461Average Duration9h 24m
66kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US by bus

  1. What is the travel distance from Washington to Charleston?

    The distance between Washington and Charleston is approximately 729 km (452 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Charleston?

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington will take you to Charleston Bus Station in Charleston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-12
$127
11-13
$124
Today
$120
11-15
$152
11-16
$108
11-17
$98
11-18
$173
11-19
$115
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $98

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

You can expect to pay from $98 to $192 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2025-11-17.

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