Next departures for Chicago to Charleston on November 22
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Charleston Bus Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Charleston Bus Station
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537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Charleston Bus Station
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Next departures for Chicago to Charleston on November 25
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Charleston Bus Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Charleston Bus Station
Fastest
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537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Charleston Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Charleston
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Chicago to Charleston?
About 399 miles (644 km) separate Chicago and Charleston.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Charleston?
The majority of buses traveling from Chicago to Charleston start their journey at Downtown Greyhound Station and wind up at Charleston Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?
Once in Charleston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Charleston Food Tours, Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Tour, Middleton Place and South Carolina Aquarium.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/19
$74
11/20
$74
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11/22
$74
11/23
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11/25
$89
11/26
$94
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $74
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $182 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2025-11-22.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $74
