Bus from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Charleston on 29 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Boston (South Station)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Boston (South Station)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brookline
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: 21/11/2025 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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 19 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just £101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day
19h 38mAverage duration
814 milesDistance
119kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£62 - £284Average duration1d 17h
33kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£101 - £665Average duration19h 38m
119kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Boston to Charleston start from £62. The average price for this route is around £113. 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 journey from Boston to Charleston?

    The average bus journey time from Boston to Charleston is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 815 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, OurBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Charleston?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Charleston at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

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

    A bus journey from Boston to Charleston produces an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Boston to Charleston?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3148 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston to Charleston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Charleston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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
26/11
£318
27/11
£193
Today
£218
29/11
£222
30/11
£297
01/12
£159
02/12
£123
03/12
£105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £105

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

You can expect to pay from £105 to £318 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £105, which is on 2025-12-03.

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