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Columbus - Charleston Coach Timetable
- Sun,
- Mon,
- Tue,
- Wed,
- Thu,
- Fri,
- Sat
12:15 AM
4:20 AM
- Mon,
- Tue
12:35 PM
11:30 PM
- Mon,
- Tue
2:15 PM
11:30 PM
- Mon,
- Tue
2:15 PM
11:20 PM
- Mon,
- Tue
2:45 PM
11:30 PM
Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Columbus to Charleston. Traveling by coach from Columbus to Charleston usually takes around 4 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 4 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 133 mi (214 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 5m |
| Cheapest price | £19.54 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Barons Bus Lines |
| Coach lines | 2 |
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Overall score for coaches from Columbus to Charleston
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How much is a coach ticket from Columbus to Charleston?
£20.54 is the average price of a bus ticket from Columbus to Charleston. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. 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 Columbus to Charleston is expected to be between £20 and £35. 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 £20.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in August. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £23 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Columbus to Charleston in September, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £38 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
What coach companies travel from Columbus to Charleston?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Columbus to Charleston that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Barons Bus Lines usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barons Bus Lines | 6 | 8h 1m | £45.17 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 4h 5m | £21.94 |
Book Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Charleston from £28. There are 6 Barons Bus Lines schedules from Columbus to Charleston and you can expect on average to pay for a Barons Bus Lines ticket to Charleston. In Columbus, Barons Bus Lines departs to Charleston from Columbus (Airport) and 2 other stations. In Charleston, Barons Bus Lines arrives at Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St and no other station.
An average trip on Barons Bus Lines from Columbus to Charleston takes 8 hours and 1 minutes , while the fastest available Barons Bus Lines trip will get you to Charleston in 4 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Barons Bus Lines offers 6 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 1 bus trips from Columbus to Charleston every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Charleston usually start from £20.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 43 minutes to cover the 133 miles from Columbus to Charleston. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Columbus to Charleston, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Columbus to Charleston every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
City Information
Columbus
Brimming with life and cultural events, Columbus is the affordable destination of your dreams! Featuring a budding art scene, Columbus attracts art lovers through the exhibitions at the Columbus Museum of Arts where children and adults alike can indulge in thought-provoking artworks. Fans of sports should not miss out on a baseball game at Huntington Park, which offers reasonably-priced tickets; it is also rarely crowded. For those who simply want to stroll about, the German Village offers a quaint and scenic view rarely seen elsewhere.
As the sun goes down, dig deeper into the German heritage of Columbus by enjoying a traditional schnitzel dish at the Schmidt's Restaurant and Sausage Haus. When you are looking for a quick snack, Bodega serves some of the best sandwiches in town, and there are up to 47 varieties of craft beers for you to choose from.
Columbus’ busiest bus station is located on E Town St., and it offers intercity bus trips to Cleveland, Chicago, New York and many other cities. The Columbus Union Station was the first union station ever built, and it’s served by Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited and Capitol Limited train lines. The local airport, the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, is located on the east side of the city, 6 miles east of Downtown. It provides access to 31 other airports.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Columbus?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Columbus, OH (Bus Station)
The Bus Terminal at 111 E Town St is Columbus’ hub for intercity bus service on a variety of carriers including Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, Barons Bus Lines, and Amtrak Thruway. Conveniently located in downtown Columbus, the station’s area features several parking lots, hotels, and fast food restaurants. The waiting area within the station building includes restrooms, vending machines, and even arcade-style games if you’re prone to boredom while waiting for the bus. From this station, you can travel to destinations including Cincinnati, Chicago, and New York.
All coach stations in Columbus:
Columbus, OH (Bus Station)
Columbus
Columbus (Airport)
Ohio State University
Where does the coach arrive in Charleston?
Main arrival station: Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
All coaches from Columbus arrive at one main station in Charleston.
Coach stations in Charleston:
Bus Station - 300 Reynolds St
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