Bus from Charleston, SC, US to New York City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to New York City on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
ChinatownCheapest
Wanda CoachBus
#6195 Rivers Ave
95 Canal StFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
New York Port AuthorityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
GW BridgeNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 14 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
14h 8mAverage Duration
1026 kmDistance
93kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$98 - $609Average Duration23h 55m
26kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$145 - $894Average Duration14h 8m
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to New York City by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to New York City start from $98. The average price for this route is around $192. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Charleston to New York City?

    The average bus travel time from Charleston to New York City is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 1027 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to New York City?

    The earliest bus departs from Charleston to New York City at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Charleston to New York City generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Charleston to New York City?

    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 11504 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Charleston to New York City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

    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
12-04
$185
12-05
$185
Today
$185
12-07
$185
12-08
$180
12-09
$162
12-10
$168
12-11
$185
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $274 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Wanda Coach will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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