Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from Charleston to San Diego on 30 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Balboa ParkNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$248 - US$312Average duration3d 4h
86kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$492 - US$493Average duration3d 18h
315kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$248, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
3d 4hAverage duration
US$248Cheapest ticket
86kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$280
Average bus trip duration3d 4h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure13:55
Distance2144 miles
Latest bus departure15:15

Charleston to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - San Diego, CA, US

  1. How far is San Diego from Charleston by coach?

    The distance between Charleston and San Diego by coach is approximately 2150 miles (3467 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Charleston to San Diego without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charleston and San Diego!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charleston to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Charleston to San Diego.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to San Diego, CA, US?

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