Bus Tickets from Charleston, WV to Washington, DC

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 16 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington.

Average Price$90 - $183Average Duration17h 40m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$61 - $682Average Duration10h 13m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
17h 40mAverage Duration
$90Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$126
Average bus trip duration17h 40m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance243 miles (391 km)

Charleston to Washington Bus

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

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05/12
$73
05/13
$71
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05/15
$107
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to Washington was searched and found on May 13, 2025 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $107 for a bus ticket from Charleston to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-05-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charleston and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charleston to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

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.

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

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from Charleston to Washington

You can also go to Washington by train

Train from Charleston to Washington

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