Next departures for Washington to Charleston on November 24
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Union Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
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Next departures for Washington to Charleston on November 25
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#3355 Benning Rd NE
#6195 Rivers Ave
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Union Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
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Union Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 9 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, 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.
Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US by bus
What is the travel distance from Washington to Charleston?
Washington and Charleston are 452 miles (729 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Charleston?
The majority of buses traveling from Washington to Charleston start their journey at Union Station and wind up at Charleston Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival 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 Fort Sumter, Charleston Ghost and Dungeon Tour, Charleston Food Tours, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens and Middleton Place.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/22
$126
11/23
$139
Today
$133
11/25
$120
11/26
$123
11/27
$101
11/28
$113
11/29
$101
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $101
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $101 to $330 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $101 which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination