Bus Tickets from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US

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TodayJun 27
from US$142
TomorrowJun 28
from US$118
SunJun 29
from US$118
MonJun 30
from US$116
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 28 at
    Departure city: Wilmington
    Departure location: Wilmington Bus Station
    Arrival time: June 29 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Charleston

Bus
Average PriceUS$116 - US$203Average Duration17h 40m
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$106 - US$284Average Duration11h 56m
78kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Wilmington to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 11 hours 56 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
11h 56mAverage Duration
US$106Cheapest ticket
78kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Wilmington to Charleston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$118
Average Bus Trip Duration17h 40m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:50pm
Distance861 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

Wilmington to Charleston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Wilmington, DE - Charleston, SC, US

  1. What is the distance between Wilmington and Charleston?

    Wilmington and Charleston are 868 km (538 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Wilmington Bus Station in Wilmington will take you to Charleston Bus Station in Charleston.

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 Wilmington and Charleston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston.

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 Wilmington to Charleston.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Wilmington to Charleston 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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 Wilmington to Charleston?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Wilmington by bus?

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