Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US

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TodayAug 26
from US$103
TomorrowAug 27
from US$78
ThuAug 28
from US$68
FriAug 29
from US$95
SatAug 30
from US$71
SunAug 31
from US$82
MonSep 1
from US$82
TueSep 2
from US$68

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 27 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 27 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: August 28 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: 4565 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charleston

Average PriceUS$53 - US$166Average Duration9h 25m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Average PriceUS$61 - US$253Average Duration7h 11m
52kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
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busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 25mAverage Duration
US$53Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$65
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 25m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance568 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Richmond to Charleston Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Richmond to Charleston.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Richmond to Charleston from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Richmond to Charleston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond, VA, US - Charleston, SC, US

  1. What is the distance between Richmond and Charleston?

    The distance between Richmond and Charleston is around 577 km (358 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Richmond to Charleston?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Main Street Station, in Richmond, and end it at Charleston Bus Station, in Charleston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-24
US$96
08-25
US$84
Today
US$96
08-27
US$72
08-28
US$120
08-29
US$88
08-30
US$81
08-31
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$120 for a bus ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-08-27.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Richmond to Charleston, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Richmond to Charleston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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