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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Charleston?
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202 - D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 - E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
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
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Charleston start from $44. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The average bus trip duration from Charlotte to Charleston is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 220 miles (355 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Charleston 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Charleston at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Charleston?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Charleston generates an estimated 9 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.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $70 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2026-01-31.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
