What is the cheapest way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston is to drive which costs $250 - $380 and takes 25h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston is to taxi and fly which takes 8h 15m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between South Padre Island and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Padre Island to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Las Palmas Port Isabel and arriving at Transit Mall via Brownsville Bus Station, Houston Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, North Charleston Transit Center and Rivers Ave / Cosgrove Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 4m.

How far is it from South Padre Island to Charleston?

The distance between South Padre Island and Charleston is 1213 miles. The road distance is 1426.6 miles.

How do I travel from South Padre Island to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 40h 4m and costs $280 - $500.

How long does it take to get from South Padre Island to Charleston?

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from South Padre Island to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Padre Island to Charleston bus from?

South Padre Island to Charleston bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Brownsville Bus Station.

Bus or fly from South Padre Island to Charleston?

The best way to get from South Padre Island to Charleston is to bus which takes 40h 4m and costs $280 - $500. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $600 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the South Padre Island to Charleston bus arrive?

South Padre Island to Charleston bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at Houston - Harrisburg Blvd station.

What is the time difference between South Padre Island and Charleston?

Charleston is 1h ahead of South Padre Island. It is currently 2:41 PM in South Padre Island and 3:41 PM in Charleston.

Can I drive from South Padre Island to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Padre Island to Charleston is 1427 miles. It takes approximately 25h 25m to drive from South Padre Island to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1639+ hotels available in Charleston.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Padre Island to Charleston by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Taxi to Rio Grande Valley International Airport, fly
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1. Take the taxi from South Padre Island to Rio Grande Valley International Airport (HRL)taxi
2. Fly from Rio Grande Valley International Airport (HRL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane HRL - CHS
8h 15m
$220–679
Fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
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1. Fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane BRO - CHS
9h 1m
$129–572
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brownsville Bus Station to Houston - Harrisburg Blvdbus
2. Take the bus from Houston Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charleston Bus Stationbus
40h 4m
$281–499
Drive 1,418.4 mi
1. Drive from South Padre Island to Charlestoncar 1,418.4 mi
25h 25m
$259–374

Rio Grande Valley International Airport (HRL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) flights

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Distance: 1,206.2 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between South Padre Island, TX, USA and Charleston, SC, USA?

You can take a vehicle from South Padre Island to Transit Mall via Las Palmas Port Isabel, Brownsville Bus Station, Houston - Harrisburg Blvd, Houston Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Charleston Bus Station, North Charleston Transit Center, N. Charleston SuperStop, and Rivers Ave / Cosgrove Ave in around 40h 4m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport (BRO) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) 3 times a day.

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How to get fromSouth Padre Island to Charlestonby taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

There are 4 ways to get from South Padre Island to Charleston by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Taxi to Rio Grande Valley International Airport, fly

Fly from Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport

Bus

Drive 1,418.4 mi