How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Charleston?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston start from £66. The average price for this route is around £102. 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Charleston is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 560 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Charleston at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Charleston produces an estimated 23 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 Philadelphia 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 87387 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Charleston from £80 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 3 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 11h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	23h 45m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	23h 25m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	23h 25m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	23h 25m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	23h 25m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	23h 25m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	20h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	22h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	22h 30m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:40	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 5h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:20 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 12 hours and with fares starting at just £72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12hAverage duration

557 milesDistance

82kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£66 - £224	Average duration23h 25m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£72 - £225	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Charleston?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston start from £66. The average price for this route is around £102. 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Charleston is 23h 25m, covering a distance of 560 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Charleston at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Charleston?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Charleston produces an estimated 23 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 Philadelphia 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 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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

01/12

£192

02/12

£129

Today

£130

04/12

£107

05/12

£85

06/12

£88

07/12

£87

08/12

£84

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £84

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

You can expect to pay from £84 to £200 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £84, which is on 2025-12-08.