How much is the bus ticket from Baltimore to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Baltimore to Charleston start from $99. The average price for this route is around $145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Baltimore to Charleston?

The average bus travel time from Baltimore to Charleston is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 773 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Baltimore to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Baltimore to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from Baltimore to Charleston at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baltimore to Charleston?

A bus trip from Baltimore to Charleston generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Baltimore to Charleston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Charleston?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Baltimore to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Baltimore to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Baltimore to Charleston from $92 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Baltimore to Charleston on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 2h	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest

Next departures for Baltimore to Charleston on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	16h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 2h	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Charleston on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 2h	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	1:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	16h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures for Baltimore to Charleston on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:50pm	Baltimore Bus Stop	1d 2h	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	1:45am	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	16h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	11:45pm	Baltimore Downtown Bus Station	18h 45m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:24 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Baltimore to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

763 kmDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $429	Average Duration18h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $493	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Baltimore and Charleston?

Stops in Baltimore

A
Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
2110 Haines St, Baltimore, MD 21230, United States
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B
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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C
Baltimore Airport
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D
Maryland Ave & I-83
1578 Maryland Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,732 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Baltimore to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Baltimore to Charleston start from $99. The average price for this route is around $145. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Baltimore to Charleston?
The average bus travel time from Baltimore to Charleston is 18h 45m, covering a distance of 773 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Baltimore to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Baltimore to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Baltimore to Charleston at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Baltimore to Charleston?
A bus trip from Baltimore to Charleston generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Baltimore to Charleston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Baltimore to Charleston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Baltimore to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Baltimore to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-23

$291

12-24

$228

Today

$193

12-26

$229

12-27

$199

12-28

$224

12-29

$217

12-30

$178

The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $178 to $375 for a bus ticket from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2025-12-30.