How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Winston-Salem?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Winston-Salem start from $44. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Winston-Salem?

The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Winston-Salem is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Winston-Salem route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Winston-Salem?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Winston-Salem at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:20am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Winston-Salem?

A bus trip from Charleston to Winston-Salem generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charleston to Winston-Salem from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Winston-Salem on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	4h 55m	10:15am	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charleston to Winston-Salem on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	4h 55m	10:15am	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charleston to Winston-Salem on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	4h 55m	10:15am	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charleston to Winston-Salem on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	4h 55m	10:15am	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:02 AM EST.

Get from Charleston to Winston-Salem

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Winston-Salem?

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

Stops in Winston-Salem

A
Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station
100 W 5th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101
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B
E Sprague St
841 E Sprague St, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA
C
Winston-Salem Bus Stop
2500 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA
D
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem, NC 27127 (Hong Kong King Buffet)

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, US to Winston-Salem by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Winston-Salem?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Winston-Salem start from $44. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Winston-Salem?
The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Winston-Salem is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Winston-Salem route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Winston-Salem?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Winston-Salem at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Winston-Salem?
A bus trip from Charleston to Winston-Salem generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/26

No data

01/27

$38

Today

$59

01/29

$36

01/30

$38

01/31

$38

02/01

No data

02/02

$36

The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Winston-Salem was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $59 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Winston-Salem based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-29.