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Today26 Aug
Tomorrow27 Aug
from US$84
Thu28 Aug
from US$75
Fri29 Aug
from US$109
Sat30 Aug
from US$102
Sun31 Aug
from US$88
Mon1 Sept
Tue2 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 27 August at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Tampa Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 August at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: University of South Florida
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$55 - US$184Average duration21h 15m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$167Average duration16h 50m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 16 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
16h 50mAverage duration
US$72Cheapest ticket
54kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, SC, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$78
Average bus trip duration21h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure15:15
Distance370 miles

Charleston to Tampa Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Tampa

  1. How far is Tampa from Charleston by coach?

    The journey from Charleston to Tampa by coach covers an approximate distance of 366 miles (591 km).

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

    To travel from Charleston to Tampa without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/08
US$74
25/08
US$58
Today
US$71
27/08
US$76
28/08
US$68
29/08
US$101
30/08
US$94
31/08
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa was searched and found on 25 Aug 2025 with a price of US$58

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 Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$58 to US$101 for a bus ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$68, which is on 2025-08-28.

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 Tampa!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Charleston to Tampa will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Charleston to Tampa, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charleston, SC, US by bus?

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