How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Charleston?

The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Charleston start from £48. The average price for this route is around £67. 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 Chicago to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charleston is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 392 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Charleston at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus journey from Chicago to Charleston produces an estimated 16 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 Chicago to Charleston?

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 87500 reviews.

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

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 Chicago to Charleston?

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 Chicago to Charleston?

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 Chicago to Charleston from £44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Charleston on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	12h 45m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	17h 30m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h 25m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13h 36mAverage duration

400 milesDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£48 - £223	Average duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£47 - £125	Average duration13h 36m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Charleston?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301
B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US

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 Chicago to Charleston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Charleston start from £48. The average price for this route is around £67. 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 Chicago to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Chicago to Charleston is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 392 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Charleston at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Charleston?
A bus journey from Chicago to Charleston produces an estimated 16 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 Chicago to Charleston?
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 87500 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Charleston?
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 Chicago to Charleston?
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 Chicago to Charleston?
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

26/01

£61

27/01

£94

Today

£75

29/01

£101

30/01

£69

31/01

£79

01/02

£58

02/02

£53

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £53

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £53 to £126 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £53, which is on 2026-02-02.