Bus from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Miami to Charleston on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Golden Glades Interchange
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Miami (MIA) Airport - Miami Intermodal Center
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Miami
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Miami Beach Resorts on Collins Avenue
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:17 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Miami 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 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
13h 15mAverage Duration
782 kmDistance
71kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$80 - $242Average Duration19h 45m
20kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$121 - $410Average Duration13h 15m
71kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Miami, FL 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Miami to Charleston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Miami to Charleston start from $80. The average price for this route is around $156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Miami to Charleston?

    The average bus travel time from Miami to Charleston is 19h 45m, covering a distance of 790 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Miami to Charleston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Miami to Charleston?

    The earliest bus departs from Miami to Charleston at 10:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Miami to Charleston?

    A bus trip from Miami to Charleston generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Miami to Charleston?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Miami to Charleston?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Miami 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Miami 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.

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11-27
$140
11-28
$144
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11-30
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12-01
$144
12-02
$170
12-03
$104
12-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $104

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

You can expect to pay from $104 to $170 for a bus ticket from Miami, FL to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-03.

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