Bus from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Boston (South Station)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:02 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston 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 19 hours 38 minutes, and with fares starting at just $187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
19h 38mAverage Duration
1313 kmDistance
119kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$115 - $527Average Duration1d 17h
33kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$187 - $1,235Average Duration19h 38m
119kg CO₂e

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

  1. What is the travel distance from Boston to Charleston?

    The distance between Boston and Charleston is approximately 1321 km (819 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Boston to Charleston?

    Buses departing from Back Bay Station in Boston will take you to Charleston Bus Station in Charleston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-25
$616
11-26
$590
Today
$359
11-28
$408
11-29
$413
11-30
$434
12-01
$296
12-02
$223
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $616 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-02.

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