How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from $111. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charleston?

The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 848 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston?

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Wilmington 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 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charleston?

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

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington 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.

Bus Wilmington to Charleston from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Wilmington to Charleston on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:55pm	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 10m	3:05pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:55pm	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 10m	3:05pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	1d	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	1:50pm	Wilmington Bus Station	1d	1:50pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	17h 40m	3:05pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington 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 12 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just $132, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 6mAverage Duration

861 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $409	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$132 - $844	Average Duration12h 6m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charleston?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Visit page Map
C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
Map

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,997 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from $111. The average price for this route is around $207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Wilmington to Charleston?
The average bus travel time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 848 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charleston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wilmington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington 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.

Best price found

01-08

$173

01-09

$160

Today

$158

01-11

$186

01-12

$142

01-13

$131

01-14

No data

01-15

$109

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $186 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2026-01-15.