How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charleston start at R 1 054. The average price for this route is around R 1 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Charleston is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 722 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Charleston route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charleston at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Charleston produces an estimated 18 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 Washington 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 87500 reviews.

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

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 Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington to Charleston from R 992 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 25 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Charleston on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	23h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	14h 50m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	20h 20m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
	Bus	02:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	16h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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 9 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 31mAverage duration

722 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 054 - R 5 106	Average duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 315 - R 6 045	Average duration9h 31m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Charleston?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Wanda Coach

2.5/5666 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi1.7

FlixBus

3.5/512 130 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 Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, 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 Washington to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Charleston start at R 1 054. The average price for this route is around R 1 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Charleston is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 722 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Charleston at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Charleston?
A bus trip from Washington to Charleston produces an estimated 18 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 Washington 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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Charleston?
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 Washington 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 Washington 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

19/01

R 1 401

20/01

R 2 201

Today

R 1 409

22/01

R 1 409

23/01

R 1 409

24/01

R 1 268

25/01

R 1 409

26/01

R 1 351

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 268

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 268 to R 2 502 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 268, which is on 2026-01-24.