How much does a bus ticket from Charleston to New York City cost?

The bus ticket price from Charleston to New York City starts at R 1 174. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charleston to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Charleston to New York City?

The average travel time between Charleston and New York City is around 22h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1029 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Charleston and New York City?

The number of buses from Charleston to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charleston to New York City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Charleston to New York City?

When taking the bus from Charleston to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.

Bus Charleston to New York City from R 1 713 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	18:15	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	17:45	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	07:50	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	18:15	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	17:45	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	07:50	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	14:50	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	07:50	Chinatown	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 12h	23:30	NYC Chinatown Lucky Star	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 12h	23:30	NYC Chinatown Lucky Star	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:40	Chinatown	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	14:50	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	23h 30m	10:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	18:15	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	17:45	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:40	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	18:15	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	17:45	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	07:50	Chinatown	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New York City on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00	95 Canal St	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	07:15	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	07:35	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	18:15	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	17:45	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d	11:30	New York (Hudson Yards)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	07:50	Chinatown	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 14 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 776, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

14h 8mAverage duration

1026 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 174 - R 6 067	Average duration22h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 776 - R 6 877	Average duration14h 8m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 305 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Wanda Coach

2.5/5644 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Charleston and New York City?

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Stops in New York City

A - GW Bridge

B - Chinatown

C - New York Port Authority

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to New York City by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Charleston to New York City cost?
The bus ticket price from Charleston to New York City starts at R 1 174. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Charleston to New York City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Charleston to New York City?
The average travel time between Charleston and New York City is around 22h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1029 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Charleston and New York City?
The number of buses from Charleston to New York City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Charleston to New York City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Charleston to New York City?
When taking the bus from Charleston to New York City, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 2 272

12/11

R 2 272

Today

R 2 272

14/11

R 2 272

15/11

R 2 272

16/11

R 2 272

17/11

R 2 272

18/11

R 2 018

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to New York City was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 018

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 New York City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 018 to R 4 247 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 018, which is on 2025-11-18.

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.