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

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Franklin is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $410 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Charleston and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleston to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from Mary St / Meeting St and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via N. Charleston SuperStop, Charleston Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 41m.

How far is it from Charleston to Franklin?

The distance between Charleston and Franklin is 475 miles. The road distance is 534.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Franklin without a car is to bus which takes 19h 41m and costs $160 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Charleston to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Franklin bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Charleston to Franklin?

The best way to get from Charleston to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $410 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $290 and takes 19h 41m.

Where does the Charleston to Franklin bus arrive?

Charleston to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Charleston and Franklin?

Franklin is 1h behind Charleston. It is currently 4:58 PM in Charleston and 3:58 PM in Franklin.

Can I drive from Charleston to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Franklin is 534 miles. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Charleston to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 199+ hotels available in Franklin.

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Fly Charleston International Airport to Nashville
best
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Nashville (BNA)plane CHS - BNA
3h 19m
$418–1,126
Drive 531.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charleston to Franklincar 531.2 mi
9h 50m
$97–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0641S
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0186 / ...
19h 41m
$164–289
Fly Charleston International Airport to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV)plane CHS - HSV
2. Drive from Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field (HSV) to Franklincar
6h 22m
$292–636
Drive to Hilton Head Airport, fly to Nashville
1. Drive from Charleston to Hilton Head Airport (HHH)car
2. Fly from Hilton Head Airport (HHH) to Nashville (BNA)plane HHH - BNA
6h 19m
$144–482

Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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Distance: 472.1 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Charleston, SC, USA and Franklin, TN, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Nashville (BNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mary St / Meeting St to Franklin via N. Charleston SuperStop, North Charleston Transit Center, Charleston Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, and Nashville Bus Station in around 19h 41m.

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How to get fromCharleston to Franklinby plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

There are 5 ways to get from Charleston to Franklin by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

Fly Charleston International Airport to Nashville

Drive 531.2 mi

Bus

Fly Charleston International Airport to Huntsville International Airport-Carl T Jones Field, drive

Drive to Hilton Head Airport, fly to Nashville