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Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC by bus

The journey from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC by bus is 177.39 mi and takes 19 hr 5 min. There are 1 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:45 PM and the last at 6:45 PM. It is possible to travel from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC by bus for as little as $51.57 or as much as $174.88. The best price for this journey is $51.57.

Lowest Price $51.57
Journey Duration 19 hr 5 min
Connection per Day 1
Lowest Price $51.57
Highest Price $174.88
First Departure 6:45 PM
Last Departure 6:45 PM
Distance 177.39 mi
Departure Charlotte, NC
Arrival Charleston, SC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC

The cheapest Charlotte, NC - Charleston, SC bus tickets can be found for as low as $41.10 if you’re lucky, or $67.22 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $103.38.

Find the best day to travel to Charleston, SC by bus

When travelling to Charleston, SC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
19.98kg
Bus
21.41kg
Flight
57.1kg
Car
45.68kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC?
A bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC is $86.55. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $51.57.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC is $51.57. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC by bus?
Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC is 177.39 mi.
How long does the bus between Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC take?
Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC is on average 19 hr 5 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 19 hr 5 min.
Which companies operate from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc. and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC?
Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC has 1 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC leave?
The earliest bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC departs at 6:45 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC depart?
The latest bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC departs at 6:45 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $51.57 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC is 19 hr 5 min.
Is there a direct bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Charlotte, NC and Charleston, SC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC by bus?
The bus journey from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC creates 21.41kg of CO2 emissions.

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