How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start at R 1 383. The average price for this route is around R 2 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charleston?

The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 846 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charleston?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston?

A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Wilmington 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charleston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington 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.

Bus Wilmington to Charleston from R 1 231 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	1d 1h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:50	Newark (DE)	1d 1h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 4h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:30	Newark (DE)	23h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Cheapest
	Bus	21:25	Wilmington Bus Station	21h 5m	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:20	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 7h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:25	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 1h	18:30	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:58 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington 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 12 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 1 612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 1mAverage duration

861 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 383 - R 5 015	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 612 - R 23 052	Average duration12h 1m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and Charleston?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Stops in Charleston

A
Charleston Bus Station
3610 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC 29405

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 559 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start at R 1 383. The average price for this route is around R 2 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Wilmington to Charleston?
The average bus journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 846 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 02:50. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston?
A bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Wilmington 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Charleston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Wilmington 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wilmington 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

07/12

R 2 043

08/12

R 2 183

Today

R 1 677

10/12

R 1 816

11/12

R 1 781

12/12

R 1 231

13/12

R 1 546

14/12

R 1 808

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 231

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 231 to R 2 183 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 231, which is on 2025-12-12.