How can I travel from Charleston to Charlotte without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Charlotte. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Charlotte from Charleston by bus?

The travel time from Charleston to Charlotte is about 8h 15m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 8h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 177 miles (285 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Charleston to Charlotte?

About 177 miles (285 km) separate Charleston and Charlotte.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Charlotte?

The majority of buses traveling from Charleston to Charlotte start their journey at Charleston Bus Station and wind up at Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most cost-effective way to get from Charleston to Charlotte?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. $67 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Charlotte from Charleston.

How much are the bus tickets from Charleston to Charlotte?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Charleston to Charlotte is $67. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $67 to $67, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Charleston (SC), US to Charlotte (NC) Bus Tickets

Bus Charleston to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$67

Average bus trip duration8h 15m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure1:55pm

Distance170 miles (273 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/58,379 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Charleston to Charlotte Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Charlotte?

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Stops in Charlotte

A - Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company

B - Charlotte Douglas International Airport

C - Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station

D - Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop

E - 4127 Glenwood Dr

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston - Charlotte

How can I travel from Charleston to Charlotte without a car?
How long does it take to get to Charlotte from Charleston by bus?
What is the travel distance from Charleston to Charlotte?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Charlotte?
What is the most cost-effective way to get from Charleston to Charlotte?
How much are the bus tickets from Charleston to Charlotte?

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Did you know?

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston to Charlotte?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 15m	Avg Price$67	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time17h 15m	Avg Price$133	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Charleston by bus?

Bus from Charleston to Charlotte

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Train from Charleston to Charlotte

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Bus Tickets from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC