How much is the bus ticket from Norfolk to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Charleston start from $124. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Norfolk to Charleston?

The average bus trip duration from Norfolk to Charleston is 1d , covering a distance of 356 miles (573 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 23m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Charleston route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Charleston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Norfolk to Charleston generates an estimated 14 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 Norfolk to Charleston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Charleston?

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

Bus Norfolk to Charleston from $141 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Norfolk to Charleston on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Charleston on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Norfolk to Charleston on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
		2:25pm	Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station	14h 23m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:07 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk 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 10 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 31mAverage Duration

346 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $178	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$81 - $238	Average Duration10h 31m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Charleston?

Stops in Norfolk

A
Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
280 Park Avenue. Norfolk, VA 23510
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B
Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop
415 N Military Hwy, Norfolk, VA 23502, Elegante Dominican Beauty Salon between Military Hwy and Briar Hill Road
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Stops in Charleston

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Norfolk Charleston recent customer reviews

Literally everything is terrible. And my connecting bus got cancelled. So my entire trip is ruined.

Micah D.

October 11, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 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 Norfolk, VA 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 Norfolk to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Norfolk to Charleston start from $124. The average price for this route is around $124. 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 Norfolk to Charleston?
The average bus trip duration from Norfolk to Charleston is 1d , covering a distance of 356 miles (573 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Norfolk to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Norfolk to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Norfolk to Charleston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 2:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Norfolk to Charleston?
A bus trip from Norfolk to Charleston generates an estimated 14 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 Norfolk to Charleston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Norfolk to Charleston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Charleston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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$225

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$189

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The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $141

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

You can expect to pay from $141 to $846 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $141 which is on 2025-12-05.