Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA

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Next departures from Charleston to Atlanta on 12 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Civic Center MARTA StationCheapest
FlixBus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Atlanta Bus StationFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Atlanta

Bus
Average priceUS$45 - US$88Average duration8h 20m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$150 - US$486Average duration1d 11h
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Atlanta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 20mAverage duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average bus trip duration8h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:55
Distance261 miles
Latest bus departure15:15

Charleston to Atlanta Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Atlanta, GA

  1. How far is Atlanta from Charleston by coach?

    The journey from Charleston to Atlanta by coach covers an approximate distance of 266 miles (429 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Atlanta from Charleston without flying?

    To travel from Charleston to Atlanta without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/10
US$98
10/10
US$110
Today
US$79
12/10
US$97
13/10
US$55
14/10
No data
15/10
No data
16/10
US$45
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 16 Oct 2025 with a price of US$45

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 Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$113 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45, which is on 2025-10-16.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Charleston to Atlanta.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charleston to Atlanta, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charleston to Atlanta will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charleston to Atlanta, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA?

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Bus from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US

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Train from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA

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