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Bus Washington to Charleston: Trip Overview

Bus Washington to Charleston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$106
Average bus trip duration14h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure3:40 AM
Latest bus departure10:15 PM

Washington to Charleston Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Washington to Charleston. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Washington to Charleston will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Charleston from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington - Charleston

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. The two options are easy and sustainable ways to reach Charleston. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

Traveling from Washington to Charleston takes about 14h 35m on average, but you can get there in as little as 8h 30m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 miles (729 km) that separate the two cities.

Washington and Charleston are 452 miles (729 km) apart.

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

The bus ticket costs $106 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $100 and $126, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Charleston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Fort Sumter, Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Tour, Charleston Food Tours, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens and Middleton Place.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Washington to Charleston. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

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 Washington and Charleston!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington 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 Washington to Charleston.

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

Did you know?

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.

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

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

Will you be returning to Washington by bus?

Bus from Charleston to Washington

You can also go to Charleston by train

Train from Washington to Charleston

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