How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Charleston start from $27. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?

The average bus trip duration from Jacksonville to Charleston is 9h, covering a distance of 202 miles (325 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Charleston at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05am.

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

A bus trip from Jacksonville to Charleston generates an estimated 8 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?

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 Jacksonville to Charleston?

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 Jacksonville to Charleston?

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 Jacksonville to Charleston?

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 Jacksonville to Charleston from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Jacksonville to Charleston on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25am	Jacksonville Bus Station	10h 5m	6:30pm	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Jacksonville to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 4 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 14mAverage Duration

201 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $106	Average Duration9h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $135	Average Duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and Charleston?

Stops in Jacksonville

A
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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B
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA

Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 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 Jacksonville, FL to Charleston, SC, 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to Charleston start from $27. The average price for this route is around $47. 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
The average bus trip duration from Jacksonville to Charleston is 9h, covering a distance of 202 miles (325 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Jacksonville to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to Charleston at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to Charleston?
A bus trip from Jacksonville to Charleston generates an estimated 8 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
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

$42

11/28

$46

Today

$48

11/30

$52

12/01

$46

12/02

$42

12/03

$35

12/04

$34

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $68 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-04.