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

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Next departures from Charlotte to Charleston on 13 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Charlotte (Uptown)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Charlotte (Uptown)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Charlotte (Uptown)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$59 - US$209Average duration19h 5m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$103 - US$124Average duration12h 45m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
12h 45mAverage duration
US$103Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$138
Average bus trip duration19h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure18:45
Distance170 miles

Charlotte to Charleston Bus

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

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

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

    The journey from Charlotte to Charleston by coach covers an approximate distance of 177 miles (285 km).

  2. How can I get from Charlotte to Charleston without driving?

    You can reach Charleston from Charlotte by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charlotte and Charleston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charlotte to Charleston.

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 Charlotte to Charleston.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charlotte to Charleston, 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.

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

Will you be returning to Charlotte, NC by bus?

Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Charlotte, NC

You can also go to Charleston, SC, US by train

Train from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US

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