How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Raleigh?

The cheapest coach tickets from Charleston to Raleigh start from £33. The average price for this route is around £54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Raleigh?

The average bus journey time from Charleston to Raleigh is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Raleigh route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Raleigh?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Raleigh at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 13:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Raleigh?

A bus journey from Charleston to Raleigh produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Charleston to Raleigh?

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.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Raleigh?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charleston to Raleigh?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charleston to Raleigh?

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.

Bus Charleston to Raleigh from £26 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Raleigh on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	15:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	11h 20m	02:35	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	No tags
	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	5h 15m	19:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	5h 15m	19:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	5h 15m	19:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	5h 15m	19:10	Raleigh Bus Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 50mAverage duration

217 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£33 - £84	Average duration7h 50m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£45 - £106	Average duration8h 7m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Raleigh?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,459 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Raleigh?
The cheapest coach tickets from Charleston to Raleigh start from £33. The average price for this route is around £54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Raleigh?
The average bus journey time from Charleston to Raleigh is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 217 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Raleigh route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Raleigh?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Raleigh at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 13:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Raleigh?
A bus journey from Charleston to Raleigh produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Charleston to Raleigh?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Raleigh?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charleston to Raleigh?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Charleston to Raleigh?
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

25/11

£37

26/11

£87

Today

£36

28/11

£36

29/11

£57

30/11

£69

01/12

£62

02/12

£55

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £36

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 Raleigh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £36 to £87 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £36, which is on 2025-11-28.