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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity coaches per day from Chicago to Charleston. Traveling by coach from Chicago to Charleston usually takes around 16 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 400 mi (643 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 45m |
| Cheapest price | £35.89 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Chicago to Charleston?
£56.07 is the average price of a bus ticket from Chicago to Charleston. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Chicago to Charleston is expected to be between £53 and £69. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 7 May 2024, when tickets are available for 7 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £53.
Monthly average prices
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 16 days in advance to save £45.48 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Chicago to Charleston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Chicago to Charleston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 4 | 16h 15m | £65.44 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 16h 9m | £66.29 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Chicago to Charleston from £65. There are 4 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Chicago to Charleston and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Charleston. In Chicago, Barons Bus Lines departs to Charleston from Bus Station - 630 W Harrison 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 Chicago to Charleston takes 16 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Charleston in 12 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Charleston.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 6 bus trips from Chicago to Charleston every day, with the average journey taking around 16 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charleston usually start from £35.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 400 miles from Chicago to Charleston. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach 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 coaches, as many passengers take the coach 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Chicago to Charleston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled coaches that travel from Chicago to Charleston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chicago to Charleston; ticket prices start at £86.99.
City Information
Chicago
Known for its innovative architecture, cultural contributions to jazz and house music, and of course that irresistible deep-dish pizza, the many sights and experiences in Chicago make it one of the best urban vacation destinations for millennials and a top destination in Illinois.
You can't beat the views of the city and Lake Michigan from the SkyDeck in the Willis Tower; at over 1,300 feet, this is the highest observation deck in the U.S. Snap that classic selfie with the Bean in Millennium Park, then wander the many museums in nearby Grant Park. Navy Pier is a popular tourist hotspot for its parks, restaurants, and attractions right on Lake Michigan, and baseball fans will find paradise in Wrigleyville, home to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field and sports bars galore.
Chicago's enormous parks offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor activities in gorgeous urban settings. Many companies offer kayak rentals or boat tours on the Chicago River, with special tours running on Saint Patrick's Day, when the entire river is dyed green. When you’re ready to buy some souvenirs from your epic trip, hit the big brand stores on the Magnificent Mile, or shop local in neighborhoods like Andersonville and Wicker Park. And don't miss the chance to laugh until you cry at The Second City comedy theater, famous for launching the careers of comedians like Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.
Chicago is one of the biggest transportation hubs in the Midwest, and provides easy access to nearby destinations ideal for day trips, as well as international travel from two airports. Thanks to plenty of bus and train stations throughout the city, getting to the Windy City is a breeze.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Chicago?
Main departure station: Dan Ryan Bus Station
Coaches to Charleston leave from 3 stations in Chicago.
All coach stations in Chicago:
Dan Ryan Bus Station
Bus Station - 630 W Harrison St
Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
Where does the coach arrive in Charleston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Charleston.
Coach stations in Charleston:
Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
Charleston (KRT Transit Mall)
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