How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Washington start from $67. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Washington is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 454 miles (732 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach .

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

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Washington at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Charleston to Washington generates an estimated 18 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 Washington?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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 Washington?

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 Washington?

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 Washington from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	#6195 Rivers Ave	10h 30m	7:00am	#3355 Benning Rd NE	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	14h 40m	1:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 10m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 10m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	14h 40m	1:55am	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 10m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	14h 40m	1:55am	Union Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:56 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 55mAverage Duration

448 milesDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $273	Average Duration14h 40m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $979	Average Duration9h 55m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Washington?

Stops in Charleston

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

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,404 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,467 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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5650 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Washington start from $67. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Washington is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 454 miles (732 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Washington at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Washington?
A bus trip from Charleston to Washington generates an estimated 18 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 Washington?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to Washington?
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 Washington?
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 Washington?
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

11/26

$153

11/27

$92

Today

$108

11/29

$120

11/30

$213

12/01

$190

12/02

$98

12/03

$75

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $75

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $75 to $290 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-12-03.