How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Charleston cost?

The bus ticket price from Tampa to Charleston starts at R 767. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Tampa to Charleston?

The average travel time between Tampa and Charleston is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Charleston?

The number of buses from Tampa to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Charleston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Charleston?

When taking the bus from Tampa to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Charleston?

Buses travelling between Tampa and Charleston leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

Bus Tampa to Charleston from R 1 142 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Tampa to Charleston on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 50m	17:25	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		21:50	University of South Florida	19h 35m	17:25	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Tampa to Charleston on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	22:35	Tampa Bus Station	18h 50m	17:25	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	10:25	Union Station	11h	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
	10:25	Union Station	11h	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:50	University of South Florida	19h 35m	17:25	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:47 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tampa to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just R 767, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

16hAverage duration

596 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 767 - R 1 672	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 258 - R 3 713	Average duration16h 19m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

Where are the popular stops in Tampa and Charleston?

Stops in Tampa

A - Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's)

B - Tampa USF, FL

C - Greyhound Station

D - E Sligh Ave

E - N Marion St & E Laurel St

F - Port of Tampa

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Tampa to Charleston cost?
The bus ticket price from Tampa to Charleston starts at R 767. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tampa to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Tampa to Charleston?
The average travel time between Tampa and Charleston is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Tampa and Charleston?
The number of buses from Tampa to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tampa to Charleston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Tampa to Charleston?
When taking the bus from Tampa to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Tampa to Charleston?
Buses travelling between Tampa and Charleston leave from Tampa 13th Avenue Bus Stop (McDonald's) or Tampa USF, FL and arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

R 2 934

11/11

R 2 407

Today

R 1 986

13/11

R 1 634

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R 1 634

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16/11

R 1 634

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The cheapest trip from Tampa to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 634

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 634 to R 12 474 for a bus ticket from Tampa to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 634, which is on 2025-11-13.