Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans

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Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 11 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$144 - US$236Average duration18h 20m
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$228 - US$1,306Average duration2d
92kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 18 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
18h 20mAverage duration
US$144Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$146
Average bus trip duration18h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:55
Distance627 miles
Latest bus departure15:15

Charleston to New Orleans Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to New Orleans from Charleston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - New Orleans

  1. What's the distance between Charleston and New Orleans by coach?

    The journey from Charleston to New Orleans by coach covers an approximate distance of 629 miles (1014 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Charleston to New Orleans without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charleston to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Charleston to New Orleans.

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

Did you know?

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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