How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $65. The average price for this route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 560 miles (903 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charleston to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charleston to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:35pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 9h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:35pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h	9:15am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h	9:15am	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	3:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:30pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 9h	8:35pm	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 1h	12:15pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 1h	12:15pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	19h 30m	6:45am	199 Spring Garden St.	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	21h 30m	8:45am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:30pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 1h	12:15pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 12 hours 36 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 36mAverage Duration

557 milesDistance

82kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $265	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $1,182	Average Duration12h 36m	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Philadelphia?

Stops in Charleston

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $65. The average price for this route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Philadelphia is 1d , covering a distance of 560 miles (903 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 3:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charleston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charleston to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia?
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

11/27

$180

11/28

$181

Today

$245

11/30

$310

12/01

$213

12/02

$141

12/03

$114

12/04

$103

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $103

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $103 to $310 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-12-04.