How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to New York City start from $69. The average price for this route is around $136. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Charleston to New York City is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 637 miles (1027 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Charleston to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Wanda Coach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from Charleston to New York City at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to New York City?

A bus trip from Charleston to New York City generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Charleston to New York City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to New York City?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Charleston to New York City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Charleston to New York City?

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 Charleston to New York City from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to New York City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:30pm	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00am	95 Canal St	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charleston to New York City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 3h	2:50pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00am	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	7:15am	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	7:35am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	22h 45m	10:00am	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to New York City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	23h 30m	10:45am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00am	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	7:15am	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	6:15pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 6h	5:45pm	Queens (Flushing)	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to New York City on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 35m	7:50am	Chinatown	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	#6195 Rivers Ave	14h 30m	11:00am	95 Canal St	Fastest
	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h	7:15am	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	20h 20m	7:35am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:15am	4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston	1d 7h	6:15pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to New York City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 14 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

14h 8mAverage Duration

636 milesDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $430	Average Duration23h 55m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$102 - $631	Average Duration14h 8m	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

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

Stops in Charleston

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

Stops in New York City

A
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,527 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5654 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to New York City start from $69. The average price for this route is around $136. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charleston to New York City?
The average bus trip duration from Charleston to New York City is 23h 55m, covering a distance of 637 miles (1027 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Charleston to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Charleston to New York City at 11:15am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to New York City?
A bus trip from Charleston to New York City generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Charleston to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Charleston to New York City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Charleston to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Charleston to New York City?
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

12/03

$130

12/04

$130

Today

$130

12/06

$98

12/07

$95

12/08

$122

12/09

$111

12/10

$107

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to New York City was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $95

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 $95 to $242 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 $95 which is on 2025-12-07.

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.