How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Charleston start at R 996. The average price for this route is around R 1 216. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Detroit to Charleston is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Charleston at 20:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to Charleston produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Detroit to Charleston from R 974 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Detroit to Charleston on 28 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:15	Detroit Bus Station	8h 15m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Detroit to Charleston on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:15	Detroit Bus Station	8h 15m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Detroit to Charleston on 3 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:15	Detroit Bus Station	8h 15m	04:30	Charleston Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 1:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 996, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 15mAverage duration

458 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 996 - R 1 899	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 337 - R 10 856	Average duration22h 56m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and Charleston?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301
B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87456 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 996

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI to Charleston, WV, 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 Detroit to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to Charleston start at R 996. The average price for this route is around R 1 216. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to Charleston is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 458 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to Charleston at 20:15. And the latest bus departs at 20:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to Charleston?
A bus trip from Detroit to Charleston produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

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R 1 435

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R 1 127

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The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 127

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