How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $104. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 4h, covering a distance of 371 miles (597 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 55m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charleston to Philadelphia from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	22h 55m	4:15am	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	20h 55m	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 6h	12:10pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 4h	1:20pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:20am	Charleston Bus Station	1d 7h	12:45pm	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

371 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $304	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $752	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Philadelphia?

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

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 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, WV, 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 $104. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 4h, covering a distance of 371 miles (597 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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$140

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$97

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$97

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $97

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

You can expect to pay from $97 to $176 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $97 which is on 2025-11-28.