How far is Charleston from Raleigh by coach?

The distance between Raleigh and Charleston by coach is approximately 220 miles (354 km).

What is the best way to go from Raleigh to Charleston without a car?

The best way to go from Raleigh to Charleston without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Raleigh to Charleston from £25 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Raleigh to Charleston on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	03:00	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	10h 50m	13:50	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	09:20	Raleigh Bus Station	5h 45m	15:05	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	03:00	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	10h 50m	13:50	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	09:20	Raleigh Bus Station	5h 45m	15:05	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	03:00	Raleigh (New Bern Ave)	10h 50m	13:50	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Raleigh 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 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 30mAverage duration

217 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £106	Average duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£45 - £157	Average duration9h 17m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Raleigh and Charleston?

Stops in Raleigh

A
Raleigh Greyhound Bus Station
2210 Capital Blvd , Raleigh, NC 27603
B
Raleigh Tornado - El Expreso Bus Station
4005 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC, USA

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,440 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,394 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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

How far is Charleston from Raleigh by coach?
The distance between Raleigh and Charleston by coach is approximately 220 miles (354 km).
What is the best way to go from Raleigh to Charleston without a car?
The best way to go from Raleigh to Charleston without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/11

£40

24/11

£69

Today

£65

26/11

£71

27/11

£37

28/11

£35

29/11

£59

30/11

£59

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £35

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

You can expect to pay from £35 to £71 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-11-28.