What is the travel distance from Miami to Charleston?

The distance between the two cities is 484 miles (781 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Miami to Charleston start their journey at Miami International Airport and wind up at Charleston Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Castle Pinckney, Palmetto Carriage Tour, South Carolina Aquarium, Splash Zone Waterpark At James Island County Park and Gibbes Museum of Art.

Bus Miami to Charleston from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Miami to Charleston on November 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:05pm	Downtown Miami	23h 20m	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:25pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	19h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:10pm	Golden Glades Interchange	19h 15m	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:40pm	Miami Beach Resorts on Collins Avenue	19h 45m	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Charleston on November 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:35am	Downtown Miami	1d 5h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 2h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:35pm	Golden Glades Interchange	1d 3h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures for Miami to Charleston on November 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:55pm	Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center	1d 2h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:35am	Downtown Miami	1d 5h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:35pm	Golden Glades Interchange	1d 3h	5:25pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Miami to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

15h 10mAverage Duration

487 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $174	Average Duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$85 - $249	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Bus Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$92

Average bus trip duration15h 10m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure10:35am

Distance487 miles (785 km)

Latest bus departure11:25pm

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FlixBus

3.5/511,138 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Miami Charleston recent customer reviews

Too many stops

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August 14, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Miami to Charleston Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Miami and Charleston?

Stops in Miami

A - Miami International Airport

B - Bayside Marketplace

C - MIA Airport Clarion

D - Downtown Holiday Inn

E - Cruise Port

F - North Miami Beach Greyhound

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Miami, FL - Charleston, SC, US

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

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10/29

$106

10/30

$94

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$100

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11/02

$85

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11/04

$48

11/05

$50

The cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 4, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $152 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Miami to Charleston but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Miami to Charleston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Miami to Charleston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Miami to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time15h 10m	Avg Price$92	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time13h 15m	Avg Price$119	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Miami, FL by bus?

Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Miami, FL

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Train from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US

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