Bus Tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, WV

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 16 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 16 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 16 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Charleston.

Average Price$71 - $190Average Duration17h 45m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$89 - $358Average Duration12h 8m
53kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
17h 45mAverage Duration
$71Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia to Charleston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$140
Average bus trip duration17h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance365 miles (588 km)
Latest bus departure10:40am

Philadelphia to Charleston Bus

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

Best price found
05/12
$117
05/13
$131
Today
$112
05/15
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05/16
$117
05/17
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05/18
$109
05/19
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia to Charleston was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $131 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-05-18.

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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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Charleston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to Charleston.

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

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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