Bus from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Charleston Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Charleston Bus Station
Union StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:42 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
10h 13mAverage Duration
253 milesDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$95 - $205Average Duration17h 45m
10kg CO₂e
Average Price$62 - $155Average Duration10h 13m
37kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Charleston to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Charleston to Washington start from $95. The average price for this route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Charleston to Washington?

    The average bus trip duration from Charleston to Washington is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Charleston to Washington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charleston to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Charleston to Washington at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 5:20am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charleston to Washington?

    A bus trip from Charleston to Washington generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/05
$93
01/06
$116
Today
$92
01/08
$93
01/09
$94
01/10
No data
01/11
$92
01/12
$88
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $156 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2026-01-12.

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