How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Los Angeles start at R 2 538. The average price for this route is around R 6 661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Los Angeles?

The average bus journey time from Charleston to Los Angeles is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 3540 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 10h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Los Angeles at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 11:15.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 88 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Charleston to Los Angeles?

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 Charleston to Los Angeles?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charleston to Los Angeles?

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 Charleston to Los Angeles?

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 Charleston to Los Angeles from R 3 008 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Los Angeles on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	2d 18h	05:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	4d 5h	16:45	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	2d 18h	05:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	13:55	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	2d 17h	04:20	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	15:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	2d 10h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 538, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 15hAverage duration

3540 kmDistance

88kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 538 - R 12 120	Average duration2d 15h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 475 - R 74 956	Average duration4d 11h	CO₂ emissions 321kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Los Angeles?

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405
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Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 493 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 002 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 Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Los Angeles start at R 2 538. The average price for this route is around R 6 661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Charleston to Los Angeles is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 3540 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Los Angeles at 11:15. And the latest bus departs at 11:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Charleston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 88 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Charleston to Los Angeles?
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 Charleston to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Charleston to Los Angeles?
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 Charleston to Los Angeles?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 861

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 861 to R 3 861 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 861, which is on 2026-01-13.