Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US

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Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on November 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    		4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
      		4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest

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      Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond 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 7 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      3train per day
      7h 11mAverage Duration
      569 kmDistance
      52kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$60 - $219Average Duration10h 55m
      14kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$88 - $366Average Duration7h 11m
      52kg CO₂e

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

      1. What is the distance between Richmond and Charleston?

        The distance between Richmond and Charleston is around 577 km (358 miles).

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

        Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at 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
      11-04
      $212
      11-05
      $163
      Today
      $140
      11-07
      $118
      11-08
      $97
      11-09
      $102
      11-10
      $93
      11-11
      $86
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $86

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

      You can expect to pay from $86 to $212 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-11-11.

      What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US?

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