Is there a way to reach Washington from Charleston without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Washington. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Charleston to Washington?

Traveling from Charleston to Washington takes about 13h on average, but you can get there in as little as 13h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 miles (729 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Charleston and Washington?

About 452 miles (729 km) separate Charleston and Washington.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Charleston to Washington?

If you're headed to Washington from Charleston, chances are that your bus will leave from Charleston Bus Station and arrive at Union Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Charleston to Washington?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Charleston to Washington is $96. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $96 and $114, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, United States Botanic Garden, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Jefferson Memorial and Washington National Cathedral.

Charleston (SC), US to Washington (DC), US Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $114	Average Duration13h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$76 - $310	Average Duration9h 51m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 51mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest ticket

66kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$96

Average bus trip duration13h

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure1:55pm

Distance448 miles (722 km)

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FlixBus

3.5/58,614 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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

3.5/586,978 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Charleston to Washington Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Washington?

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston - Washington

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Charleston to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charleston to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Charleston to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charleston to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston to Washington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time13h	Avg Price$96	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 51m	Avg Price$141	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Charleston by bus?

Bus from Charleston to Washington

You can also go to Washington by train

Train from Charleston to Washington

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Bus Tickets from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC