Find coaches from Charleston, SC, US to Fort Lauderdale

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Today23 Jun
Tomorrow24 Jun
from US$100
Wed25 Jun
from US$97
Thu26 Jun
from US$96
Fri27 Jun
from US$83
Sat28 Jun
from US$105
Sun29 Jun
from US$85
Mon30 Jun
from US$106

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
    Destination location: Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
    Destination location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 June at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Arrival time: 25 June at
    Destination city: Fort Lauderdale
    Destination location: Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$145Average duration18h 10m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$93 - US$290Average duration21h 54m
68kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Fort Lauderdale. The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
18h 10mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston to Fort Lauderdale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$98
Average bus trip duration18h 10m
Number of daily buses2.695652173913044
Earliest bus departure15:15
Distance470 miles

Charleston to Fort Lauderdale Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Fort Lauderdale from Charleston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Fort Lauderdale

  1. How far is Fort Lauderdale from Charleston by coach?

    The distance between Charleston and Fort Lauderdale by coach is approximately 460 miles (742 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
21/06
US$103
22/06
US$79
Today
US$103
24/06
US$92
25/06
US$89
26/06
US$88
27/06
US$76
28/06
US$97
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale was searched and found on 27 Jun 2025 with a price of US$76

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

You can expect to pay from US$76 to US$114 for a bus ticket from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$76, which is on 2025-06-27.

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 Fort Lauderdale!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Fort Lauderdale.

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

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charleston by bus?

Bus from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale

You can also go to Fort Lauderdale by train

Train from Charleston to Fort Lauderdale

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