What is the cheapest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Charlotte, NC and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlotte, NC to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel St and arriving at Transit Mall via Charlotte Bus Station, North Charleston Transit Center and Rivers Ave / Cosgrove Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from Charlotte, NC to Charleston?

The distance between Charlotte, NC and Charleston is 197 miles. The road distance is 208.6 miles.

How do I travel from Charlotte, NC to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlotte, NC to Charleston bus from?

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

Where does the Charlotte, NC to Charleston bus arrive?

Charlotte, NC to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

Can I drive from Charlotte, NC to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlotte, NC to Charleston is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Charlotte, NC to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1910+ hotels available in Charleston.

Charlotte, NC to Charleston - 4 ways to travel via line 8 bus, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlotte, NC to Charleston by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Line 8 bus, fly to Charleston International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel St to Trade St & Graham Stbus
2. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane CLT - CHS
4h 54m
$58–370
Drive 207.4 mi
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1. Drive from Charlotte, NC to Charlestoncar 207.4 mi
3h 36m
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0643S
9h 29m
$46–91
Fly to Hilton Head Airport, drive
1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Hilton Head Airport (HHH)plane CLT - HHH
2. Drive from Hilton Head Airport (HHH) to Charlestoncar
5h 45m
$74–395

Charlotte, NC to Charleston by foot and bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

9h 29mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.8 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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