Find coaches from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US

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Next departures from Atlanta to Charleston on 4 October
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Atlanta Bus Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$80Average duration6h 50m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$275 - US$543Average 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$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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

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

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:00
Distance261 miles

Atlanta to Charleston Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Atlanta to Charleston is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Atlanta to Charleston from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Charleston from Atlanta, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How far is Charleston from Atlanta by coach?

    The journey from Atlanta to Charleston by coach covers an approximate distance of 266 miles (429 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Charleston from Atlanta without flying?

    To travel from Atlanta to Charleston without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/10
US$73
02/10
US$76
Today
US$54
04/10
US$60
05/10
US$51
06/10
US$51
07/10
No data
08/10
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 5 Oct 2025 with a price of US$51

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$51 to US$76 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$51, which is on 2025-10-05.

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?

Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA

You can also go to Charleston, SC, US by train

Train from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US

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