Bus Tickets from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US

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from US$47
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Atlanta
    Departure location: Atlanta Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Charleston

Bus
Average PriceUS$42 - US$107Average Duration6h 50m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$264 - US$1,299Average Duration1d 5h
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$60
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure7:00am
Distance420 km

Atlanta to Charleston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Atlanta, GA - Charleston, SC, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Atlanta and Charleston are 429 km (266 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Buses departing from Doraville Tornado Bus Station in Atlanta will take you to Charleston Bus Station in Charleston.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$39

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

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39 which is on 2025-08-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Atlanta to Charleston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Atlanta to Charleston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Atlanta to Charleston.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Atlanta to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Atlanta, GA by bus?

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