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Today31 Aug
from US$249
Tomorrow1 Sept
from US$175
Tue2 Sept
from US$176
Wed3 Sept
from US$175
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
Sat6 Sept
from US$180
Sun7 Sept
from US$178

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
    Arrival time: 2 September 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: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$172 - US$282Average duration1d 2h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$250 - US$584Average duration1d 9h
110kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 2hAverage duration
US$172Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$178
Average bus trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure10:00
Distance748 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to Charleston Bus

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

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chicago to Charleston.

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

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

  1. What's the distance between Chicago and Charleston by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to Charleston by coach covers an approximate distance of 755 miles (1218 km).

  2. How can I travel from Chicago to Charleston avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Chicago to Charleston without flying, you can take the coaches. 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 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
29/08
US$168
30/08
US$165
Today
US$196
01/09
US$270
02/09
US$168
03/09
US$168
04/09
US$168
05/09
US$165
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$165

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

You can expect to pay from US$165 to US$274 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$165, which is on 2025-09-05.

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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Charleston.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Chicago to Charleston.

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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 Chicago to Charleston, SC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Charleston, SC, US to Chicago

You can also go to Charleston, SC, US by train

Train from Chicago to Charleston, SC, US

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