How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Charleston cost?

The bus ticket price from Boston to Charleston starts at $72. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Charleston 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 Boston to Charleston?

The average travel time between Boston and Charleston is around 1d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 819 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Charleston?

The number of buses from Boston to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Charleston by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Boston to Charleston?

When taking the bus from Boston to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Charleston?

Buses traveling between Boston and Charleston leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Boone Hall Plantation, Splash Zone Waterpark At James Island County Park, Middleton Place, Charleston Food Tours.

Bus Boston to Charleston from $74 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Charleston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$72 - $328	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$130 - $820	Average Duration20h 30m	CO₂ emissions 120kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Boston to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

20h 30mAverage Duration

$130Cheapest ticket

120kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$124

Average bus trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance813 miles (1310 km)

Latest bus departure8:55pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,907 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Boston Charleston recent customer reviews

All 3 buses were on time. Even arrived 10-15 minutes early for connections. Bus drivers were very helpful. I'm disabled & use a walker. 👍

Maryann P.

November 25, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,162 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

OurBus

4/53,090 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Boston and Charleston, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Boston to Charleston Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Boston and Charleston?

Stops in Boston

A - Back Bay Station

B - South Station

C - North Station

D - Copley Square

E - Prudential MBTA Station

F - Copley MBTA Station

Stops in Charleston

A - Charleston Bus Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston, MA, US - Charleston, SC, US

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/05

$164

08/06

$146

Today

$96

08/08

$154

08/09

$96

08/10

$98

08/11

$124

08/12

$114

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Aug 7, 2025 with a price of $96

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

You can expect to pay from $96 to $201 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-08-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Boston 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 Boston to Charleston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Boston to Charleston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Boston to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 5h	Avg Price$124	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time20h 30m	Avg Price$265	Daily Departures7

Will you be returning to Boston, MA, US by bus?

Bus from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US

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