What is the cheapest way to get from Charleston to Apex?

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Apex is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charleston to Apex?

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Apex is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Charleston and Apex?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleston to Apex. However, there are services departing from Mary St / Meeting St and arriving at Mason St at Apex Town Hall via N. Charleston SuperStop, Charleston Bus Station, Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd and Union Station - Bus Platform A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Charleston and Apex?

No, there is no direct train from Charleston station to Apex. However, there are services departing from Charleston Amtrak Station and arriving at Cary via Selma Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Charleston to Apex?

The distance between Charleston and Apex is 279 miles. The road distance is 239.9 miles.

How do I travel from Charleston to Apex without a car?

The best way to get from Charleston to Apex without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $110 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Charleston to Apex?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Charleston to Apex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Apex bus from?

Charleston to Apex bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charleston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Apex train from?

Charleston to Apex train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from Charleston to Apex?

The best way to get from Charleston to Apex is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs $110 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 12h 26m, you could also fly, which costs $250 - $600 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Charleston to Apex bus arrive?

Charleston to Apex bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Raleigh Bus Station.

Where does the Charleston to Apex train arrive?

Charleston to Apex train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Selma Station.

Can I drive from Charleston to Apex?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Apex is 240 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Charleston to Apex.

Where can I stay near Apex?

There are 358+ hotels available in Apex.

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Selma Stationtrain Palmetto
2. Take the train from Selma Station to Carytrain Carolinian
7h 23m
$114–212
Drive 238.5 mi
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1. Drive from Charleston to Apexcar 238.5 mi
5h 20m
$44–63
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0645S
12h 26m
$64–119
Fly to Raleigh-Durham International Airport
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)plane CHS - RDU
6h 51m
$256–596
Fly to Piedmont Triad International Airport, train
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO)plane CHS - GSO
2. Take the train from Greensboro to Carytrain
8h 26m
$373–1,361
Fly to Fayetteville Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Fayetteville Municipal Airport (FAY)plane CHS - FAY
2. Take the bus from Fayetteville Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Stationbus
9h
$78–343

Charleston to Apex by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 277.1 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Charleston, SC, USA and Apex, NC, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Charleston to N Salem St at Hunter Street OB via Charleston Amtrak Station, Selma Station, Cary, and Cary Depot in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charleston Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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