How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start at R 1 278. The average price for this route is around R 2 418. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 848 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston produces an estimated 21 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Charleston from R 1 157 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	23h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 19 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	1d 1h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 4h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	1d 15h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	02:50	Newark (DE)	1d 15h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 4h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	23h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	23h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 4h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington 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 12 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 559, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 6mAverage duration

861 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 278 - R 4 832	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 559 - R 6 697	Average duration12h 6m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charleston?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Visit page Map
B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
Visit page Map
C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801
Map

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 509 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 090 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 Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start at R 1 278. The average price for this route is around R 2 418. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 848 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 21h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston produces an estimated 21 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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

16/01

R 2 491

17/01

R 2 406

Today

R 2 339

19/01

R 3 394

20/01

R 2 170

21/01

R 1 494

22/01

R 1 494

23/01

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 494

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 494 to R 3 394 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 494, which is on 2026-01-21.