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

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Charleston on December 10
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Wanda CoachBus
95 Canal St
#6195 Rivers AveCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 14 hours 18 minutes, and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
14h 18mAverage Duration
1026 kmDistance
93kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$129 - $594Average Duration23h 30m
26kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$145 - $559Average Duration14h 18m
93kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Charleston start from $129. The average price for this route is around $209. 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 New York City to Charleston?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Charleston is 23h 30m, covering a distance of 1034 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h and is operated by Wanda Coach.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Charleston at 5:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

    A bus trip from New York City to Charleston 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 New York City to Charleston?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

    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 New York City to Charleston?

    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 New York City to Charleston?

    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
12-07
$185
12-08
$185
Today
$185
12-10
$185
12-11
$185
12-12
$185
12-13
$185
12-14
$172
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $172

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

You can expect to pay from $172 to $281 for a bus ticket from New York City to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-14.

Usually Greyhound 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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