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Bus San Diego to Charleston: Trip Overview

Bus San Diego to Charleston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$245
Average bus trip duration2d 19h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure6:10 AM
Distance2017 miles (3253 km)
Latest bus departure6:30 PM

San Diego to Charleston Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures4
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:10AM - 6:30PM
Minimum Price$262
Average Ticket Price$245
Minimum Trip Duration2d12h
Average Bus Trip Duration2d19h
Distance2017 miles (3253 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego - Charleston

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Charleston. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from San Diego to Charleston takes about 2d 19h on average, but you can get there in as little as 2d 12h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 2021 miles (3259 km) that separate the two cities.

San Diego and Charleston are 2021 miles (3259 km) apart.

About 4 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from San Diego to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from San Diego to Charleston a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your needs and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 6:10 AM for the initial departure and runs until 6:30 PM for the final departure.

The majority of buses traveling from San Diego to Charleston start their journey at San Ysidro McDonald's and wind up at Charleston Greyhound Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $211.

The bus ticket costs $245 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $211 to $272, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in Charleston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Theatre 99, Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston Food Tours, Boone Hall Plantation and Palmetto Carriage Tour.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from San Diego to Charleston. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

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$262
The cheapest trip from San Diego to Charleston was searched and found on Apr 3, 2024 with a price of $262

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

You can expect to pay from $262 to $264 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $262 which is on 2024-04-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and Charleston!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Charleston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 San Diego to Charleston.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to Charleston?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time2d 19hAvg Price$245Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2d 15hAvg Price$368Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between San Diego and Charleston is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $245 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $211. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, choose the bus, as it will take you from San Diego to Charleston in about 2d 15h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to San Diego by bus?

Bus from Charleston to San Diego

You can also go to Charleston by train

Train from San Diego to Charleston

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