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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Charleston Bus Station | Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center) | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charleston Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Charleston Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Charleston Bus Station | Cherry Hill Mall | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charleston and Philadelphia?
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
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $144
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Charleston to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $144. The average price for this route is around $154. 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 Charleston to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from Charleston to Philadelphia is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 597 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Charleston to Philadelphia generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $137To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $137 to $332 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2026-02-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
