Bus Tickets from Richmond (VA), US to Charleston (WV), US

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Next departures to Charleston

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 20 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 21 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 20 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 20 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 20 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: June 20 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charleston

Bus
Average PriceUS$70 - US$184Average Duration14h 40m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$733 - US$733Average Duration15h 31m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
14h 40mAverage Duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond to Charleston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$111
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:45pm
Distance380 km
Latest bus departure6:00pm

Richmond to Charleston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond (VA), US - Charleston (WV), US

  1. How far is Richmond from Charleston?

    Richmond and Charleston are 377 km (234 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Charleston?

    Buses departing from Main Street Station in Richmond will take you to Charleston Greyhound Bus Station in Charleston.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Charleston was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of US$289

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

You can expect to pay from US$289 to US$289 for a bus ticket from Richmond to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$289 which is on 2025-06-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Richmond 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 Richmond to Charleston, 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 Richmond to Charleston.

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Did you know?

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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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond to Charleston?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Richmond to Charleston

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