Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Diego to Charleston on December 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $323, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2d 23hAverage Duration
3458 kmDistance
86kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$323 - $393Average Duration2d 23h
86kg CO₂e
Average Price$1,509 - $1,509Average Duration3d 11h
315kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Charleston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Charleston start from $323. The average price for this route is around $363. 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 San Diego to Charleston?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Charleston is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 3458 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Charleston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Charleston at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Charleston generates an estimated 86 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 San Diego 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Charleston, SC, US?

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