The cheapest and fastest buses from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
418 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 buses that leave Atlanta, GA for North Charleston, SC on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 418 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 11 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:10 PM11h20Atlanta, GA11:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$641One-way0 transfers
11:10 AM11h20Atlanta, GA10:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$721One-way0 transfers
12:10 PM11h20Atlanta, GA11:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$641One-way0 transfers
11:10 AM11h20Atlanta, GA10:30 PMNorth Charleston, SC$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a train costs an average of $295.
Distance: 259 miles (418 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $485 Average price | $237 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 10m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 12m Average total duration 23h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC:
A bus is $161 (€132) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC costing on average $237 (€194).
A bus is $409 (€334) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC costing on average $485 (€397).
Other travel options to North Charleston, SC take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 49m.
Train takes on average 23h 42m.
You'll arrive about -2h -4m sooner (5h 40m by bus vs 4h 36m by car) and save roughly $-18.34 (€-15.01) compared to fuel and tolls ($76 (€62) vs $58 (€47)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Live departures
Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:10 AM Atlanta, GA | 11h20 | 10:30 PM North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:10 PM Atlanta, GA | 11h20 | 11:30 PM North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC
Buses from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 15:15. The fastest bus covers the 259 miles (418 km) distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 259 miles (418 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 20m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 3:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SCYou can travel by bus between Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC with Greyhound for as low as $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at North Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC
Most Atlanta, GA to North Charleston, SC buses use the Atlanta, Bus Station to Charleston, Gaynor Avenue (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Atlanta, GA and North Charleston, SC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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