Find coaches from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, US

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Next departures from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport (Long-Haul bus zone)
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
FlixBus
Ft Lauderdale Broward Park & Ride
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Hollywood, Sheridan Street Tri-Rail Station
4565 Gaynor Ave, North CharlestonNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$68 - US$148Average duration17h 25m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$85 - US$211Average duration12h 35m
68kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 17 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
17h 25mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$83
Average bus trip duration17h 25m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure00:30
Distance472 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Fort Lauderdale to Charleston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Fort Lauderdale - Charleston, SC, US

  1. What's the distance between Fort Lauderdale and Charleston by coach?

    The journey from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston by coach covers an approximate distance of 460 miles (742 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston without flying?

    To travel from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/08
US$68
28/08
No data
Today
US$97
30/08
US$94
31/08
US$75
01/09
US$86
02/09
No data
03/09
US$61
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$61

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

You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$97 for a bus ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61, which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Charleston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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