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Next departures to Charleston

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: 8 September 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: 7 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston, WV
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$70 - US$109Average duration14h 25m
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 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
14h 25mAverage duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$90
Average bus trip duration14h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure18:00
Distance236 miles

Richmond to Charleston Bus

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

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

    The journey from Richmond to Charleston by coach covers an approximate distance of 234 miles (377 km).

  2. How can I get from Richmond to Charleston without driving?

    You can reach Charleston from Richmond by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Richmond, VA, US by bus?

Bus from Charleston, WV, US to Richmond, VA, US

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

Train from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US

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