How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Charleston start from $112. The average price for this route is around $162. 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 New York City to Charleston?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Charleston is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 439 miles (708 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by New York Trailways .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , New York Trailways , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Charleston at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Charleston?

A bus trip from New York City to Charleston 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 New York City to Charleston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Charleston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Charleston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Charleston from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Charleston on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	New York (Hudson Yards)	22h 35m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	20h	4:30am	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	21h 50m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	GW Bridge	1d 2h	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	Chinatown	22h 20m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Charleston on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:50am	GW Bridge	1d 2h	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	21h 50m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:45am	New York (Hudson Yards)	22h 35m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	Chinatown	22h 20m	8:20am	Charleston Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 13 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 43mAverage Duration

439 milesDistance

64kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $338	Average Duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $650	Average Duration13h 43m	CO₂ emissions 64kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Charleston?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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

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.

New York Trailways

4/54,416 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

FlixBus

3.5/511,456 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Charleston, WV, 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 New York City to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Charleston start from $112. The average price for this route is around $162. 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 New York City to Charleston?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Charleston is 22h 20m, covering a distance of 439 miles (708 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by New York Trailways.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, New York Trailways, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Charleston at 4:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Charleston?
A bus trip from New York City to Charleston 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 New York City to Charleston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Charleston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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$251

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$260

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$245

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The cheapest trip from New York City to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $245

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

You can expect to pay from $245 to $330 for a bus ticket from New York City to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $245 which is on 2025-11-28.