Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from Charleston to Washington on 1 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
Union StationCheapest
Wanda Coach
#6195 Rivers Ave
#3355 Benning Rd NEFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$53 - US$148Average duration12h
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$79 - US$261Average duration9h 51m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 51mAverage duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
66kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$89
Average bus trip duration12h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure13:55
Distance448 miles
Latest bus departure20:30

Charleston to Washington Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Washington, DC, US

  1. What's the distance between Charleston and Washington by coach?

    The distance between Charleston and Washington by coach is approximately 452 miles (729 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. 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
28/09
US$106
29/09
US$120
Today
US$120
01/10
US$120
02/10
US$72
03/10
US$57
04/10
US$89
05/10
US$104
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 3 Oct 2025 with a price of US$57

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$122 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57, which is on 2025-10-03.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Charleston to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charleston to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Charleston to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charleston to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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