Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US

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Next departures from Charleston to Durham on 15 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Durham Greyhound Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Durham

Bus
Average priceUS$39 - US$120Average duration11h 10m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$109Average duration8h 46m
33kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 8 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
8h 46mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
33kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$64
Average bus trip duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:55
Distance224 miles
Latest bus departure15:15

Charleston to Durham Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Charleston to Durham, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Durham, NC, US

  1. How far is Durham from Charleston by coach?

    The journey from Charleston to Durham by coach covers an approximate distance of 230 miles (370 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Durham from Charleston without a car?

    You can reach Durham from Charleston by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/10
US$43
12/10
US$68
Today
US$41
14/10
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15/10
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16/10
US$40
17/10
US$42
18/10
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 18 Oct 2025 with a price of US$39

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 Durham, NC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$68 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-10-18.

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Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charleston to Durham that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charleston, SC, US by bus?

Bus from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US

You can also go to Durham, NC, US by train

Train from Charleston, SC, US to Durham, NC, US

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