Bus from New York City to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Charleston on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda CoachBus
95 Canal St
#6195 Rivers AveCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
13h 28mAverage Duration
1026 kmDistance
93kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$131 - $716Average Duration23h 30m
26kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$147 - $376Average Duration13h 28m
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Charleston, SC, US by bus

  1. How far is New York City from Charleston?

    It's about 1029 km (638 miles) from New York City to Charleston.

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

    Buses departing from Chinatown in New York City 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
11-24
$188
11-25
$188
Today
$453
11-27
$188
11-28
$188
11-29
$188
11-30
$188
12-01
$188
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $188

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

You can expect to pay from $188 to $536 for a bus ticket from New York City to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $188 which is on 2025-11-27.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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