Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charleston on 9 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Cherry Hill Mall
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:47 PM 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 33 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 560, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
12h 33mAverage duration
898 kmDistance
82kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 1 439 - R 3 745Average duration23h 25m
22kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 1 560 - R 6 019Average duration12h 33m
82kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Charleston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston start at R 1 439. The average price for this route is around R 1 878. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 893 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Charleston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. 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 22:00.

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

    A bus trip from Philadelphia to Charleston produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What 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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Charleston?

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

  8. 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.

  9. 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
06/01
R 3 337
07/01
R 2 931
Today
R 2 441
09/01
R 2 424
10/01
R 2 053
11/01
R 1 985
12/01
R 1 765
13/01
R 1 732
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 732

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 R 1 732 to R 3 649 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 R 1 732, which is on 2026-01-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, SC, US?

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