5.0
Driver is so kind. I never seen such a driver with kind and helpful person. I happy travel again in this bus with the same driver.
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Charlotte to Charleston Bus Schedule
Bus from Charlotte to Charleston: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Charlotte to Charleston. Traveling by bus from Charlotte to Charleston usually takes around 5 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 220 mi (354 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $55.06 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
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How much is a bus ticket from Charlotte to Charleston?
Bus tickets for a trip from Charlotte to Charleston cost $61.23 on average. Tickets cheaper than $61.23 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Average bus ticket prices from Charlotte to Charleston by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Charlotte to Charleston is expected to be between $59 and $95. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is November 18, 2025, when tickets are available for November 18, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $61.
Average bus ticket prices from Charlotte to Charleston by month
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Charleston, mark your calendar for July. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just $62. However, taking the bus from Charlotte to Charleston during November is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of $81. The best way to find deals on a trip in November is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 13 days in advance to save $34.10 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Charlotte to Charleston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Charlotte to Charleston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 1 | 5h 38m | $98.87 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 5h 30m | $66.43 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Charlotte to Charleston from $99. There are 1 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Charlotte to Charleston and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Charleston. In Charlotte, Barons Bus Lines departs to Charleston from 518 W 4Th St and no other station. In Charleston, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St and no other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Charlotte to Charleston takes 5 hours and 38 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Charleston in 5 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Charleston.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Charlotte to Charleston every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charleston usually start from $55.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Charlotte to Charleston
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 354 kilometers from Charlotte to Charleston. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Charleston at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Charlotte to Charleston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Charlotte to Charleston. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV; ticket prices start at $223.17.
City Information
Charlotte
A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.
Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.
Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Charlotte?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: 518 W 4Th St
The bus station at 518 W 4th St in Charlotte welcomes travelers on journeys to destinations including New York City, Washington, DC, and Atlanta. Both Greyhound and Jefferson Lines bus services operate from this station, and available inside the station are restrooms, an ATM, and vending machines. Downtown Charlotte is within a few minutes’ walk, including Bank of America Stadium, home of the NFL’s Carolina Panthers. For those continuing their travels from Charlotte by train, the bus station is just 2 miles from Charlotte’s Amtrak station.
All bus stations in Charlotte:
518 W 4Th St
Where does the bus arrive in Charleston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
All buses from Charlotte arrive at one main station in Charleston.
Bus stations in Charleston:
Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
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