What is the cheapest way to get from North Carolina to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from North Carolina to Charleston is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Carolina to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from North Carolina to Charleston is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between North Carolina and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from North Carolina station to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Bus Station and arriving at Transit Mall via North Charleston Transit Center and Rivers Ave / Cosgrove Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from North Carolina to Charleston?

The distance between North Carolina and Charleston is 193 miles. The road distance is 207 miles.

How do I travel from North Carolina to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from North Carolina to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 8h 4m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from North Carolina to Charleston?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from North Carolina to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Carolina to Charleston bus from?

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

Bus or fly from North Carolina to Charleston?

The best way to get from North Carolina to Charleston is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $50 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $90 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the North Carolina to Charleston bus arrive?

North Carolina to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Charleston Bus Station.

Can I drive from North Carolina to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between North Carolina to Charleston is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from North Carolina to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1485+ hotels available in Charleston.

North Carolina to Charleston - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Charleston International Airport
best
1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane CLT - CHS
4h 5m
$54–364
Drive 205.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charlotte to Charlestoncar 205.8 mi
3h 34m
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0643S
8h 4m
$47–85
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
4h 55m
$70–389

North Carolina to Charleston by bus (Greyhound)

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8h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.6 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between North Carolina, USA and Charleston, SC, USA?

American Airlines flies from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, 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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